Colbert
boy nameColbert entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #959 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
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rank today
#959
peak (1886)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #959 |
| 1890s | #1079 |
| 1900s | #1072 |
| 1910s | #2359 |
| 1920s | #2886 |
| 1930s | #2258 |
| 1940s | #2358 |
| 1950s | #2420 |
| 1960s | #3498 |
| 1970s | #4003 |
| 1980s | #4318 |
| 1990s | #7228 |
| 2000s | #7955 |
| 2010s | #10770 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Colbert are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Colbert alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Colbert in 2025?
- Colbert is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Colbert most popular?
- Colbert peaked in 1886, reaching #959 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Colbert with classmates?
- Colbert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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