Tolbert
Tolbert is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright, famous, or bright tax-collector.
Origin and history
Tolbert is an English given name derived from a Germanic surname or personal name root, likely composed of elements meaning bright or famous. It was historically used as a given name in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, though it has since become rare. Today, it is primarily recognized as a surname.
Popularity in the United States
792 babies in the United States have been named Tolbert since 1880. It ranks #3884 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (38.6 %)
- AL (17.5 %)
- KY (17.5 %)
- TN (17.5 %)
- GA (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 27 |
| 1890-1900 | 21 |
| 1900-1910 | 10 |
| 1910-1920 | 135 |
| 1920-1930 | 172 |
| 1930-1940 | 103 |
| 1940-1950 | 113 |
| 1950-1960 | 100 |
| 1960-1970 | 59 |
| 1970-1980 | 46 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Tolbert originated as an English surname before transitioning into limited use as a given name.
- Most recorded American usages of Tolbert as a first name occurred around the turn of the 20th century.