Ethelbert
boy nameEthelbert entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #819 in 1887, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1887–2025
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rank today
#819
peak (1887)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #819 |
| 1890s | #1066 |
| 1910s | #2707 |
| 1920s | #3393 |
| 1930s | #3300 |
| 1940s | #3587 |
| 1970s | #5464 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ethelbert are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ethelbert alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ethelbert in 2025?
- Ethelbert is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ethelbert most popular?
- Ethelbert peaked in 1887, reaching #819 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ethelbert with classmates?
- Ethelbert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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