JOUBERT
Joubert
The surname Joubert is of French origin and is derived from one of the ancient French given names, which itself was derived from the Latin name "Iulius," meaning "youthful" or "descendant of Jupiter." The Joubert surname was introduced to England following the Norman Conquest of 1066, and it is thought to have been brought over by Norman settlers.
The Joubert surname is relatively rare in Britain, with most occurrences being found among people of French descent or with ancestral ties to France. Over time, the pronunciation and spelling of the name may have evolved, given the influences of different English dialects and accents on foreign names.
Individuals bearing the surname Joubert can be found across various regions of Britain, with notable concentrations in areas historically associated with French immigration, such as London and the southern coastal counties. The name may also be present among British families with Huguenot ancestry, reflecting the religious persecution that led many French Protestants to seek refuge in England.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling may be encountered, including Jouber, Jubert, and Joubarte. The name Joubert carries a sense of historical lineage and cultural connection, reflecting the diverse tapestry of British ancestry.
There are approximately 683 people named Joubert in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,872nd most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Joubert.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Netherlands
Language of origin: Dutch
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andre
- Andrew
- Andries
- Derick
- Francois
- Johannes
- John
- Jonathan
- Louis
- Michael
- Morne
- Olivier
- Pierre
- Pieter
- Thomas
Female
- Arlene
- Emily
- Gayle
- Gillian
- Jan
- Karen
- Louise
- Maria
- Michelle
- Samantha