Herbert
boy name#2641 in 2025Herbert entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #25 in 1928, ranks #2641 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2641
rank today
#25
peak (1928)
49
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #42 |
| 1890s | #37 |
| 1900s | #36 |
| 1910s | #40 |
| 1920s | #38 |
| 1930s | #55 |
| 1940s | #92 |
| 1950s | #134 |
| 1960s | #198 |
| 1970s | #279 |
| 1980s | #406 |
| 1990s | #699 |
| 2000s | #1288 |
| 2010s | #1915 |
| 2020s | #2370 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Herbert has been most popular in TX, CA, MD.
Living bearers
About 65,000 people named Herbert are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Herbert alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Herbert in 2025?
- Herbert ranks #2641 among US boy names in 2025, with 49 babies given the name.
- When was the name Herbert most popular?
- Herbert peaked in 1928, reaching #25 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Herbert with classmates?
- Herbert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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