Hobart
Hobart: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhəʊbɑːt/
Meaning and origin of Hobart
- A patronymic English surname transferred from the given name derived from a variant of Hubert.
How popular is Hobart?
Since 1880, 3,806 boys in the U.S. have been named Hobart. Its highest rank for boys was #128 in 1896. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Hobart FAQ
What does the name Hobart mean?
A patronymic English surname transferred from the given name derived from a variant of Hubert.
What is the origin of the name Hobart?
Hobart is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Hobart?
Since 1880, 3,806 boys in the U.S. have been named Hobart. Its highest rank for boys was #128 in 1896. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Hobart a boy or girl name?
Hobart is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,806 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.