Herbert vs Usher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Herbert

Boy #2,474 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright army, famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"doorkeeper, one who ushers"

Origin: Old French

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Herbert Rank #2,474

Usher Rank #2,306

Usher is more popular, ranked #2306 vs #2474 for Herbert.

Is Herbert or Usher more popular?

Usher is more popular, ranked #2306 compared to Herbert at #2474 in the United States.

What do Herbert and Usher mean?

Herbert means "bright army, famous warrior" (Germanic origin). Usher means "doorkeeper, one who ushers" (Old French origin).

Are Herbert and Usher boy or girl names?

Herbert is primarily a boy name. Usher is primarily a boy name.