The baby name Humbert is a boy name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "HUM-bert".
Humbert is Germanic in Origin.
Humbert is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. The name is composed of two elements, "hun" meaning "giant" or "bear" and "berht" meaning "bright" or "famous". Therefore, the name Humbert means "bright giant" or "famous bear". The name was popular in medieval times and was borne by several saints and nobles throughout history.
The name Humbert has a long history dating back to the Middle Ages. It was a popular name among the Germanic tribes and was later adopted by the Normans. The name was borne by several notable figures throughout history, including Saint Humbert of Maroilles, a 7th-century bishop, and Humbert I, Count of Savoy, a 10th-century nobleman. The name has also been used in literature, most notably in Vladimir Nabokov's novel "Lolita", where the protagonist is named Humbert Humbert.
The pronunciation of Humbert is HUHM-bert. The name is predominantly used in English, French, and German-speaking countries. In terms of gender, Humbert is exclusively a masculine name. The name has declined in popularity in recent years, but it still remains a classic and timeless name with a rich history and meaning.
Humbert has the following similar or variant Names
- Humberto |
- Umberto |
- Humbertus |
- Humbertoz |
- Humbertin |
- Humbertine |
- Humbertina