Herbert Reardon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Herbert Reardon — Germanic
233K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Herbert Reardon 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 Reardon: Ann Reardon (born 1975), known online as "How to Cook That", Australian YouTube personality Beans Reardon (1897–1984), American umpire in Major League Baseball Bill Reardon (born 1941), American politician and educator Casper Reardon (1907–1941), classical and later jazz harpist David Reardon, American director of the Elliot Institute Dom Reardon, British comics artist (2000AD) Donna Reardon, Canadian politician and mayor of Saint John, NB Eoin Reardon, Irish influencer Jack Reardon (rugby league) (1914–1991), Australian rugby league footballer and writer Jeff Reardon (born 1955), American bas. 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: Reardon

Irish

Ann Reardon (born 1975), known online as "How to Cook That", Australian YouTube personality Beans Reardon (1897–1984), American umpire in Major League Baseball Bill Reardon (born 1941), American politician and educator Casper Reardon (1907–1941), classical and later jazz harpist David Reardon, American director of the Elliot Institute Dom Reardon, British comics artist (2000AD) Donna Reardon, Canadian politician and mayor of Saint John, NB Eoin Reardon, Irish influencer Jack Reardon (rugby league) (1914–1991), Australian rugby league footballer and writer Jeff Reardon (born 1955), American bas.

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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 Reardon

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 Reardon:

7
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Reardon?
The surname Reardon originates from Irish. Ann Reardon (born 1975), known online as "How to Cook That", Australian YouTube personality Beans Reardon (1897–1984), American umpire in Major League Baseball Bill Reardon (born 1941), American politician and educator Casper Reardon (1907–1941), classical and later jazz harpist David Reardon, American director of the Elliot Institute Dom Reardon, British comics artist (2000AD) Donna Reardon, Canadian politician and mayor of Saint John, NB Eoin Reardon, Irish influencer Jack Reardon (rugby league) (1914–1991), Australian rugby league footballer and writer Jeff Reardon (born 1955), American bas.
What are the origins of the name Herbert Reardon?
The name Herbert Reardon combines two different traditions: the first name Herbert has Germanic roots, while the surname Reardon originates from Irish.
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