Loubertha
A feminine name derived from Germanic elements meaning "famous warrior".
Name Census estimates that about 9 living Americans carry the first name Loubertha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Loubertha today is around 78 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Loubertha births was 1924 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Loubertha. 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 Loubertha is about 78 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Louberthas were born before 1958.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Loubertha. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
9
~ 1 in 38,083,815 Americans
Peak year
1924
6 babies that year
Average age
78
years old
1959 SSA rank
#6,823
Tracked since 1924
Popularity
Loubertha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Loubertha from the 1920s through to the 1950s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 11 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1940s peak, Loubertha remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Loubertha 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 Loubertha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Loubertha
The name Loubertha is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history that spans multiple cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Germanic tribes, where it was likely a combination of the Old German words "lout" meaning "loud" or "noisy" and "bertha" meaning "bright" or "shining." This blend of meanings suggests that the name Loubertha may have initially been bestowed upon individuals with a commanding presence or a vibrant personality.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Loubertha gained popularity among the noble families of Europe, particularly in regions like France and Germany. One of the earliest recorded bearers of this name was Lady Loubertha von Wittelsbach, a noblewoman from Bavaria who lived in the 12th century. Her legacy is preserved in historical chronicles that detail her involvement in the political intrigues of the time.
In the realm of literature, the name Loubertha made an appearance in the epic poem "Nibelungenlied," a masterpiece of medieval Germanic literature. The character Loubertha was portrayed as a fierce warrior queen, adding a layer of strength and resilience to the name's connotations.
During the Renaissance period, the name Loubertha experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among the aristocratic circles of Italy and Spain. One notable figure from this era was Loubertha Medici, a member of the influential Medici family who was renowned for her patronage of the arts and her support for the great Renaissance artists of the time.
As the centuries passed, the name Loubertha continued to be favored by families across Europe, though its popularity waxed and waned. In the 18th century, Loubertha Stein, a German philosopher and writer, made significant contributions to the field of aesthetics and influenced the works of many subsequent thinkers.
Another notable bearer of the name was Loubertha Nightingale, a British social reformer and statistician who lived in the 19th century. She was a pioneering figure in the field of nursing and played a crucial role in improving healthcare standards during the Crimean War.
As this historical account illustrates, the name Loubertha has been worn by individuals from diverse backgrounds, each leaving their mark on the tapestry of history. From noble warriors to influential thinkers and reformers, this name has been imbued with a sense of strength, vibrancy, and resilience throughout the ages.
People
Loubertha + last name combinations
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FAQ
Loubertha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Loubertha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 9 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Loubertha 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 38,083,815 US residents.
Is Loubertha a common name?
We classify Loubertha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 25.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 27 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Loubertha most popular?
The single biggest year for Loubertha was 1924, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Loubertha is about 78 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 Loubertha in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Loubertha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Loubertha in the SSA data are female. 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 Loubertha still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Loubertha 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 Loubertha 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 people have the name Loubertha?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.