William
WIL-yum
Boy · German
Meaning: Resolute protector
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Herbert
Boy · German · Medium name
- Meaning
- Bright army, illustrious warrior
- Pronunciation
- HUR-burt
- Origin
- German
- Popularity
- Uncommon in United States (2023)
From Germanic 'heri' (army) and 'beraht' (bright).
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
ClassicVintageStrong and bold
Languages in use: German, English
Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom
Alternate spellings
HerbertoSpanish / Portuguese
Romance-language form.
Cultural associations
People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.
Herbert Hoover
1874–1964
31st President of the United States, in office at the start of the Great Depression.
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Behind the Name, Germanic Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.
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