Find out how popular the first name Herberth has been for the last 38 years (from 1982 to 2019) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Herberth by gender

Based on the last 38 years of data, Herberth is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2019, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Herberth.

The history of the first name Herberth

The name Herberth is a Germanic name that dates back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old German words "heri" meaning army and "berht" meaning bright or famous. The name was originally spelled as "Heribert" or "Heriberto" in various regions.

In the 8th century, the name appears in historical records as belonging to Heriberto, a Frankish count who served under Charlemagne. He is mentioned in the Royal Frankish Annals, a chronicle of the Carolingian dynasty. This early reference suggests the name was in use among the nobility of the Frankish Empire.

The name Herberth gained popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in Germany and the Low Countries. One notable bearer of the name was Heribert of Cologne, who lived from around 970 to 1021. He was the Archbishop of Cologne and is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.

In England, the name was introduced after the Norman Conquest in 1066. It was often spelled as "Herbert" or "Herbet". One of the earliest recorded examples is Herbert de Losinga, who lived from around 1050 to 1119. He was the Bishop of Thetford and the founder of Norwich Cathedral.

Another prominent figure with the name was Herbert of Bosham, a medieval English scholar and biographer who lived from around 1163 to 1194. He wrote the life of Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury who was assassinated in 1170.

In the 13th century, there was a German nobleman named Herbart von Hochenau, who lived from around 1200 to 1263. He was a prominent member of the Teutonic Order and played a role in the Prussian Crusade against the Baltic Prussians.

These are just a few examples of the historical figures who bore the name Herberth or its variations. The name has a rich heritage dating back to the early Middle Ages and has been associated with individuals of notable status and achievements throughout the centuries.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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