Holding steady.
Popularity of Herberta since 1916
Babies named Herberta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 32 |
| 1920s | 37 |
| 1930s | 22 |
| 1940s | 15 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Herberta is a rare feminine form of Herbert, a name that enjoyed moderate popularity in the early 20th century. According to U.S. Social Security data, Herberta first appeared on record in 1916 and reached its peak in 1919, though its overall rank then was not within the top 1,000. The name has since remained stable in low usage, with no reported births in recent years. It was part of a trend of feminizing masculine names like Roberta and Alberta. While it never achieved widespread popularity, Herberta offers a vintage charm for those seeking a distinctive name with historical roots.
Herberta is the feminine form of Herbert, derived from the Germanic elements 'heri' (army) and 'beraht' (bright). It was adopted in English-speaking countries during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when feminizing masculine names was common. Usage peaked in the late 1910s and has since declined.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Herbie, Bertie
Sibling names for Herberta
Names that share Herberta's style, for a brother or sister.
