Herbert
Meaning
Army Bright
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/hɜːrbərt/
Traits associated with the name Herbert:
Dogs named Herbert tend to be loving, industrious, good-natured, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Herbert?
Naming your dog Herbert suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet an unusual name. It also suggests that you may have a fondness for classic names.
Is Herbert a good dog name?
Herbert has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Herbert isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Herbert is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Herbert was, in the past month, the 2846th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Herbert is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Herbert was viewed 27 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Herbert's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Herbert is most adored in Missouri, New York and California.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nevada, Illinois and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Herbert.
Most popular breeds named Herbert:
- Pug
- Australian Shepherd
- Shih Tzu
- Labrador Retriever
- American Eskimo
Herbert is found in these categories:
scottish
Not directly linked to Scottish culture or language.
old-fashioned
Popular in the 19th century, Herbert's heyday has long since passed.
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