Hulbert is an uncommon, historical given name of Germanic origin, derived from the personal name Hugbald, which comprises two elements: 'hug', meaning heart or mind, and 'bald', meaning bold or brave. The name Hulbert was more prevalent in medieval Europe, particularly among the nobility. It has since become quite rare, with few individuals bearing this name today.
The name Hulbert experienced varying popularity from 1911 to 1948, with a peak of 9 births in 1917 and an overall total of 128 births during this period.