Holding steady.
Popularity of Calbert since 1917
Babies named Calbert per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 15 |
| 1920s | 39 |
| 1930s | 27 |
| 1940s | 33 |
| 1950s | 27 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 58 |
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Calbert is a rare masculine given name whose origins remain uncertain. It may derive from the English surname Calvert, meaning 'calf herder', or be a blend of Calvin and Robert. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1917, but its popularity peaked in 1924, after which usage steadily declined. Today it is scarcely used, reflecting its status as a historical curiosity rather than a modern favorite.
Calbert is a rare given name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the surname Calvert, which derives from Old English 'calf' and 'hierde' (calf herder), or a blending of names like Calvin and Albert. The name saw modest usage in the United States in the early 20th century, peaking in 1924, but has since become uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cal, Bert
Variants: Calvert, Kalbert
Sibling names for Calbert
Names that share Calbert's style, for a brother or sister.
