Holding steady.
Popularity of Helmut since 1913
Babies named Helmut per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1960, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Helmut's real moment was 1913.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 50 |
| 1920s | 54 |
| 1930s | 60 |
| 1940s | 24 |
| 1950s | 79 |
| 1960s | 137 |
| 1970s | 46 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Helmut is a German name with roots in the Old High German elements 'helm' (helmet) and 'muot' or 'māri' (spirit/courage or famous). It has been in use since medieval times, particularly in German-speaking countries. In U.S. records, Helmut first appeared in 1913, which also marks its peak year of usage. The name has maintained a stable but very low level of use, and it has never ranked in the top 1000. It is almost exclusively given to boys. While not common in the U.S., Helmut retains a strong, traditional Germanic character.
Helmut is derived from the Old High German elements 'helm' (helmet, protection) and either 'muot' (spirit, courage) or 'māri' (famous). It is a compound name common in German-speaking regions since the early medieval period. The name has been borne by several notable figures in German history and remains in use, though its popularity has declined.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Helmi
Variants: Hellmut
Sibling names for Helmut
Names that share Helmut's style, for a brother or sister.
