Holding steady.
Popularity of Holbert since 1913
Babies named Holbert per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 46 |
| 1920s | 40 |
| 1930s | 18 |
| 1940s | 39 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Holbert is a classic example of an English surname adopted as a given name during the early 20th-century trend. First recorded in 1913, it saw its peak year in 1914, when it was most popular among families seeking traditional, sturdy-sounding masculine names. Its trajectory has remained stable but extremely rare, with no significant resurgence. Top states for its use are not recorded, indicating very sporadic adoption. The name carries a sense of historical authenticity, evoking the hallmarks of turn-of-the-century naming conventions, but lacks a 1-in-N ranking due to its scarcity. Parents today who choose Holbert are likely honoring family heritage or seeking an uncommon, vintage choice.
Holbert originates as an English surname, itself from the Old English personal name Holbeorht, composed of hol (possibly meaning 'bright' or 'famous') and beorht (meaning 'bright' or 'shining'). It was adopted as a given name, especially in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, peaking in the 1910s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hol, Bert
Sibling names for Holbert
Names that share Holbert's style, for a brother or sister.
