Norbert

Boy's name

Norbert is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements "north" and "bright." It means "bright north" or "famous in the north."

Meaning Northern light
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 14
Peak year 1924

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Norbert Wiener - Mathematician, father of cybernetics.
  • Norbert Leo Butz - Actor, Broadway performer.
  • Norbert Rillieux - Inventor, sugar refining process.
  • Norbert Elias - Sociologist, "Civilizing Process" theory.
  • Norbert Dentressangle - Entrepreneur, logistics company founder.
  • Norbert Schemansky - Weightlifter, Olympic gold medalist.
  • Norbert Kuchinke - Footballer, German national team player.
  • Norbert Grupe - Actor, known for "The Wild Bunch."
  • Norbert Hofer - Politician, Austrian Freedom Party member.
  • Norbert Vanek - Ice hockey player, NHL career.

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