Holding steady.
Popularity of Thelbert since 1908
Babies named Thelbert per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1921, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Thelbert's real moment was 1913.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 10 |
| 1910s | 153 |
| 1920s | 230 |
| 1930s | 216 |
| 1940s | 157 |
| 1950s | 91 |
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Thelbert is a rare masculine name that appeared in U.S. birth records in 1908 and saw its peak usage in 1913, though even then its numbers were minimal. The name never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. It has remained stable over the decades, with sporadic use continuing into 2025. Thelbert may be a variant of names like Elbert or Delbert, which themselves derive from the Old English Æthelberht. Its scarcity makes it a distinctive option, though its meaning is uncertain due to lack of historical records. The name's trajectory shows a consistent but negligible presence, predominantly in the early 20th century.
Thelbert is a rare given name that first appears in U.S. records in the early 20th century. It is likely a variant of Delbert or Elbert, which themselves are derived from Old English names such as Æthelberht (meaning 'noble-bright'). However, the specific coinage of Thelbert is unattested in historical sources, so its meaning is uncertain.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Thel, Bert
Sibling names for Thelbert
Names that share Thelbert's style, for a brother or sister.
