Jobert

Hebrew
"persecuted"

Jobert Origin and Meaning

The name Jobert is a boy's name.

Jobert is a masculine name with French origins, deriving from the Germanic elements 'gaut' meaning 'Goth' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous.' Historically used in France and French-speaking regions, Jobert functions both as a surname and given name. It shares linguistic roots with names like Robert and Albert, though it remains significantly less common. The name carries connotations of brightness, distinction, and heritage. While rare in English-speaking countries, Jobert maintains modest usage in French-speaking regions and among families with French ancestry. Its distinctive sound offers familiarity through the common 'bert' ending while remaining uncommon enough to be distinctive.

Famous People Named Jobert

  • Jobert of Syria
    7th Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller in Syria