Herbert Kohler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Herbert Kohler — Germanic
233K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Herbert Kohler is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Herbert is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Herbert is a Germanic given name, from harja- "army", "warrior" or "noble, sublime", and beraht "bright" or "shining" (compare Robert). Other given names with the same roots include Heribert, Aribert and Eriberto. The surname Kohler: Köhler is a German occupational surname literally meaning "charcoal burner". Kohler and Koehler are English transliterations of the surname. Achim Köhler (born 1964), German politician Alan Kohler (born 1952), Australian journalist Alban Köhler (1874–1947), German radiologist, described Köhler disease Ana Luiza Koehler (born 1977), Brazilian comics artist and architect. Herbert is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 233K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Herbert reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Herbert

Germanic

Herbert is a Germanic given name, from harja- "army", "warrior" or "noble, sublime", and beraht "bright" or "shining" (compare Robert). Other given names with the same roots include Heribert, Aribert and Eriberto.

Surname: Kohler

English

Köhler is a German occupational surname literally meaning "charcoal burner". Kohler and Koehler are English transliterations of the surname. Achim Köhler (born 1964), German politician Alan Kohler (born 1952), Australian journalist Alban Köhler (1874–1947), German radiologist, described Köhler disease Ana Luiza Koehler (born 1977), Brazilian comics artist and architect.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Herbert is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Herbert by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Herbert Kohler

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Herbert Kohler:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Herbert?
The first name Herbert originates from Germanic. Herbert is a Germanic given name, from harja- "army", "warrior" or "noble, sublime", and beraht "bright" or "shining" (compare Robert). Other given names with the same roots include Heribert, Aribert and Eriberto.
When was Herbert most popular?
The name Herbert reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kohler?
The surname Kohler originates from English. Köhler is a German occupational surname literally meaning "charcoal burner". Kohler and Koehler are English transliterations of the surname. Achim Köhler (born 1964), German politician Alan Kohler (born 1952), Australian journalist Alban Köhler (1874–1947), German radiologist, described Köhler disease Ana Luiza Koehler (born 1977), Brazilian comics artist and architect.
What are the origins of the name Herbert Kohler?
The name Herbert Kohler combines two different traditions: the first name Herbert has Germanic roots, while the surname Kohler originates from English.
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