Hubert
Hubert is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright heart or spirit.
Origin and history
Hubert is derived from Germanic roots meaning bright heart or mind. It entered the English language following the Norman Conquest and was historically popular in western Europe. In the United States, it was widely used in the early to mid-20th century but is now uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
57,572 babies in the United States have been named Hubert since 1880. It ranks #461 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1739.
States where it is most popular
- NC (9.4 %)
- GA (7.9 %)
- TX (7.9 %)
- TN (6.1 %)
- AL (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 634 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,062 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,771 |
| 1910-1920 | 9,597 |
| 1920-1930 | 14,696 |
| 1930-1940 | 9,819 |
| 1940-1950 | 7,097 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,270 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,091 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,740 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,090 |
| 1990-2000 | 634 |
| 2000-2010 | 495 |
| 2010-2019 | 388 |
| 2020-2029 | 188 |
Famous people named Hubert
- Hubert Humphrey: Politician, Vice President
- Hubert de Givenchy: Fashion Designer
Nicknames
Hugh, Bert, Bertie
Fun facts
- The name Hubert was introduced to England by the Normans in the 11th century.
- Saint Hubert was traditionally invoked by hunters and was venerated widely in medieval Europe.