Hubert is a name of German origin, derived from the Old High German elements 'hug' meaning heart, and 'pert' meaning bright or famous. It was introduced to England by Norman invaders after the Norman Conquest in 1066. The name Hubert was popular among the French nobility during the Middle Ages and was adopted by several royal houses in Europe.
The name Hubert experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the past century-plus, with a notable surge during World War I and a steady decline thereafter. Between 1891 and 1923, there were several years with more than ten births annually, peaking at 23 in 1924. However, from 1927 onwards, the number of annual births dropped consistently, with only a few exceptions, reaching as low as five in some recent years (1961, 1963, 1968). Despite this downward trend, Hubert still appears to be a name with historical significance, having been given to over six hundred children in total over the period studied.