Cubert
A creative, whimsical, invented name without an established meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Cubert. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Cubert today is around 87 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Cubert births was 1934 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Cubert. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Cubert is about 87 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Cuberts were born before 1949.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Cubert. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1934
5 babies that year
Average age
87
years old
1934 SSA rank
#3,786
Tracked since 1934
Popularity
Cubert: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Cubert by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Cubert during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Cubert
The given name Cubert has an intriguing history that can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It originated from the Old French word "cubert," which means "bright" or "shining." This name was particularly popular in the regions of Normandy and Brittany, where it was often given to children born during the summer months or on particularly sunny days.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cubert can be found in the Domesday Book, a famous census commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. It mentions a landowner named Cubert de Valence, who held lands in the county of Wiltshire, England. This suggests that the name had already gained some popularity among the Norman aristocracy by the late 11th century.
During the Middle Ages, the name Cubert was associated with several notable figures. One such figure was Cubert the Scribe, a monk who lived in the 12th century and was renowned for his exceptional calligraphic skills. He is credited with creating some of the most beautiful illuminated manuscripts of that era, many of which are preserved in various monastic libraries across Europe.
In the 14th century, a French knight named Cubert de Montfort gained fame for his bravery and skill on the battlefield during the Hundred Years' War. He fought alongside Joan of Arc and was present at the famous Siege of Orléans in 1429, where his efforts were instrumental in lifting the English siege.
Another notable bearer of the name was Cubert the Architect, who lived in the 16th century and was responsible for designing some of the most impressive cathedrals and churches in Renaissance Italy. His masterpiece was the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, which featured an intricate dome that was an engineering marvel of its time.
Fast forward to the 18th century, and we find Cubert von Humboldt, a German naturalist and explorer who made significant contributions to the fields of geography, botany, and ethnography. He embarked on several expeditions across the Americas, meticulously documenting the flora, fauna, and indigenous cultures he encountered along the way.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals named Cubert who have left their mark on history throughout the centuries. While the name may not be as common today, its rich heritage and connections to various historical figures make it a fascinating and intriguing choice for those seeking a unique and meaningful name.
People
Cubert + last name combinations
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FAQ
Cubert: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Cubert?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Cubert going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Cubert a common name?
We classify Cubert as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Cubert most popular?
The single biggest year for Cubert was 1934, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Cubert is about 87 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Cubert in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Cubert a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Cubert in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Cubert still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Cubert in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Cubert can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Cubert?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Cubert at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.