Herber: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ehrb-ehr
Origin: Germany
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Bramble

Herber is a name with Germanic roots, derived from the Old High German word "herbar," meaning "bramble" or "thorny shrub." This name has a rich history but is less commonly used in modern times. It was popular in medieval Europe but has since faded from mainstream usage. Despite its rarity, Herber remains an interesting choice for parents looking to give their child a unique and historically significant name.

Herber Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Herber is currently #30891 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Herber is currently #12985 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Herber is currently #15173 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Herber is currently #6424 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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