Engelbert
boy nameEngelbert entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2399 in 1970, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2399
peak (1970)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3258 |
| 1920s | #4186 |
| 1930s | #3376 |
| 1970s | #3797 |
| 1980s | #4495 |
| 1990s | #7607 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Engelbert are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Engelbert alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Engelbert in 2025?
- Engelbert is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Engelbert most popular?
- Engelbert peaked in 1970, reaching #2399 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Engelbert with classmates?
- Engelbert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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