IMBERT
Imbert
Imbert is a British surname of French origin. The name is derived from the Old French personal name 'Imbert', which itself comes from the Germanic name 'Ingelbert', composed of the elements 'Ing', meaning 'Ing', a Germanic god of fertility and peace, and 'berht', meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Distribution
The surname Imbert is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in regions influenced by Norman or French settlement, such as southeastern England.
Notable Individuals
- Margaret Imbert (1898-1975): A British historian and author known for her works on medieval French history.
- Henry Imbert (b. 1967): A British chef renowned for his expertise in French cuisine and proprietor of the award-winning restaurant "Le Cordon Imbert".
Variants
Some variants of the surname Imbert include Imbertson, Embert, and Imberth.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A dictionary of English surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford dictionary of family names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 181 people named Imbert in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Imbert.
Famous people named Imbert
- Peter Imbert, Baron Imbert - Police commissioner (1933 to 2017)
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