Norbert is a name of German origin, derived from the Germanic elements "north" and "fame". It means "bright fame" or "noble brightness". The name has been used since the Middle Ages and was popularized by Saint Norbert, a Belgian nobleman who founded the Premonstratensian order in the 12th century. Throughout history, several notable figures have borne this name, including composers, writers, and scientists. However, it remains relatively uncommon today compared to other names with similar meanings such as Norman or Nolan.
The name Norbert has a relatively low prevalence in the United States based on the available data from 1917 to 1938. During this period, there were only 5 births recorded in 1917 and again in 1923. The highest number of births with the name Norbert occurred in 1929 with 11 births. However, the total number of births for Norbert during these years is quite low at just 37 babies born between 1917 and 1938. This data suggests that the name Norbert was not particularly popular or common during this time frame in the United States. Despite its rarity, each child named Norbert made a unique contribution to their generation, adding to the diversity of names found within American society during these years.