Wilbert Boy

Popularity: #905 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationWIL-burt / /ˈwɪlbərt/

German; English

Meaning

German: resolute; English: bright

Historical & Cultural Background

Wilbert is derived from the Germanic elements 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century. It has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a blend of Germanic and English influences.

Trend Summary

Wilbert has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Wilber
  • Wilburt

International Variants

  • Guilbert (French)
  • Wilbertus (Latin)

Famous people named Wilbert

Wilbert Awdry was a British clergyman and author, best known for creating the children's book series 'Thomas the Tank Engine'.

Wilbert Harrison was an American singer and songwriter, famous for his hit song 'Kansas City'.

Wilbert Rideau is an American journalist and author, recognized for his work in prison reform and storytelling.

Wilbert Smith was a Canadian politician who served in the House of Commons.

Fictional characters named Wilbert

Wilbert is a character in the children's book series 'Thomas the Tank Engine', known for being a friendly engine.

Wilbert is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', serving as a classmate of the main characters.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Wilbert was first seen in the United States in 1880. Wilbert has ranked as high as #368 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Louisiana, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Wilbert has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Wilbert (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188029
188129
188220
188338
188426
188524
188617
188719
188829
188925
189028
189128
189243
189332
189430
189535
189640
189740
189846
189937
190063
190152
190250
190359
190460
190571
190685
190783
1908101
190998
1910146
1911167
1912291
1913405
1914545
1915651
1916716
1917755
1918790
1919809
1920867
1921899
1922902
1923847
1924813
1925804
1926778
1927778
1928741
1929684
1930720
1931675
1932654
1933627
1934596
1935542
1936586
1937554
1938645
1939565
1940566
1941577
1942640
1943608
1944523
1945537
1946577
1947601
1948558
1949622
1950578
1951540
1952591
1953534
1954509
1955510
1956509
1957496
1958422
1959458
1960464
1961370
1962345
1963346
1964326
1965269
1966291
1967235
1968256
1969272
1970259
1971198
1972183
1973177
1974198
1975160
1976150
1977181
1978147
1979158
1980181
1981145
1982163
1983136
1984110
1985114
1986116
1987112
1988104
198999
1990120
1991104
199296
199386
199477
199581
199648
199777
199880
199955
200067
200158
200272
200359
200452
200567
200662
200760
200857
200956
201042
201142
201243
201338
201435
201530
201637
201734
201827
201917
202027
202116
202226
202318
202419