Herbert
Herbert is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the words heri meaning "army" and beraht meaning "bright". It is a common given name in many English-speaking countries, and also a surname. Notable people with the name include Herbert Hoover, the 31st President of the United States, and Herbert Spencer, a prominent English philosopher and sociologist.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The name Herbert is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements heri meaning "army" and beraht meaning "bright". It was introduced to England by the Normans, and was popular during the Middle Ages. In modern times, it is used as both a given name and a surname.
People with the name[edit | edit source]
- Herbert Hoover (1874–1964), 31st President of the United States
- Herbert Spencer (1820–1903), English philosopher and sociologist
- Herbert Simon (1916–2001), American economist and political scientist
- Herbert Marcuse (1898–1979), German-American philosopher and sociologist
- Herbert von Karajan (1908–1989), Austrian conductor
In popular culture[edit | edit source]
The name Herbert has been used for characters in various works of fiction, including:
- Herbert Pocket, a character in Charles Dickens' novel Great Expectations
- Herbert P. Bear, a character in the online game Club Penguin
- Herbert Garrison, a character in the animated television series South Park
See also[edit | edit source]
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