Norbert - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Norbert \n(o)-rbe-rt, nor-bert\ is pronounced NOR-bert. It is of Old German origin, and its meaning is "northern brightness". Saint Norbert (12th century) was a German saint.

Norbert has 4 variant forms: Bert, Bertie, Berty and Norberto.

Norbert is a popular male first name and is not used as a surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Norbert. Compare Norbert with related baby names.