Heriberto
Heriberto is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright army or famous warrior.
Origin and history
Heriberto is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the Germanic name Herbert, composed of elements meaning army and bright or famous. It has been steadily used in the United States, particularly within Hispanic communities, maintaining moderate visibility over the decades. The name carries a traditional, classic tone with strong historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
10,266 babies in the United States have been named Heriberto since 1880. It ranks #1182 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1596.
States where it is most popular
- TX (33.5 %)
- CA (31.3 %)
- NY (15.3 %)
- IL (6.3 %)
- AZ (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 20 |
| 1920-1930 | 161 |
| 1930-1940 | 187 |
| 1940-1950 | 183 |
| 1950-1960 | 531 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,040 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,386 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,681 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,133 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,735 |
| 2010-2019 | 878 |
| 2020-2029 | 331 |
Famous people named Heriberto
- Heriberto Seda: Criminal
Nicknames
Berto, Beto
Fun facts
- Heriberto is the Iberian adaptation of Herbert, brought to the peninsula through ancient Germanic influence.
- The name has accumulated over 10,000 U.S. birth records since 1880, reflecting steady usage across generations.