The namePhilibert

Philibert is a French boy's name of Germanic origin. It was mostly given in France in the early 20th century.

Meaning

Philibert comes from the Germanic filu, "much", and berht, "bright".

Origin

Germanic, very present in Burgundy and Savoy.

History

The name was mostly given in France in the first years of the 20th century, then became rare.

Popularity of the name Philibert

Philibert in France

1908peak year (110 births)
3,340babies named Philibert in France since 1900
055110 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Philibert was most popular in France in the 1900s, with 950 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Philibert. Half of all babies named Philibert in France were born before 1921, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Philibert mean?

Philibert comes from the Germanic filu, "much", and berht, "bright".

What is the origin of the name Philibert?

Germanic, very present in Burgundy and Savoy.

Is Philibert a girl's or a boy's name?

Philibert is a boy's name.