Thelbert
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Thelbert first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 165 babies have been named Thelbert in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Thelbert is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,360 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,360
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Thelbert
Thelbert is a boy name .
Thelbert is currently ranked #28,360 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Thelbert include The, Thel, Thely, Thelie, Thelb, Thelby, Thelbie, Ert, Erty, Ertie, Thy, and Thie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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