HILBERT
Hilbert
Hilbert is a surname of Germanic origin that has been present in the United Kingdom since medieval times. The surname is derived from the Old High German name "Hildebert," which combines the elements "hild," meaning "battle," and "beraht," meaning "bright" or "famous."
The Hilbert surname has been recorded in various regions of the United Kingdom, and individuals bearing this name have contributed to different fields throughout history. The name may have entered British culture through migration or intermarriage with Germanic settlers.
As with many surnames, the prominence and influence of individuals with the surname Hilbert have varied over time. Some notable individuals with the Hilbert surname have made significant contributions to academia, the arts, business, and other areas of society.
The Hilbert surname continues to be present in the United Kingdom and has likely evolved and diversified over the centuries as families spread and new generations emerge. Like many British surnames, the history and heritage of the Hilbert name reflect the cultural tapestry of the nation.
There are approximately 139 people named Hilbert in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hilbert.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Barry
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- John
- Justin
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Stuart
Female
- Amanda
- Carys
- Deborah
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Florence
- Harriet
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Margaret
- Maria
- Rebecca
- Susan
- Veronica
Similar and related surnames
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