Herbie

German

"bright army"

Herbie Origin and Meaning

The name Herbie is a boy's name.

Herbie is a diminutive form of Herbert, a Germanic name combining 'hari' (army) and 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright warrior' or 'illustrious soldier.' Popularized in the mid-20th century, Herbie gained notable recognition through jazz musician Herbie Hancock and the fictional Volkswagen Beetle in Disney's 'The Love Bug' films. The name has a friendly, approachable quality with a vintage charm that evokes mid-century Americana. Though its popularity has declined since its peak in the 1950s and 60s, Herbie retains nostalgic appeal as a nickname. It exemplifies the trend of shortened, affectionate forms that became independently used given names in their own right.

Popularity of the name Herbie

• 1694 Nameberry 2025
• 838 England 2024

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Famous People Named Herbie

• Herbert Jeffrey "Herbie" Hancock American jazz pianist
• Herbert Wilfred "Herbie" Taylor South African cricketer
• Herbie Hide (born Herbert Okechukwu Maduagwu) British boxer
• Herbert Tremenheere "Herbie" Hewett English cricketer
• Herbert Leslie "Herbie" Collins Australian cricketer
• Herbie Mann (born Herbert Jay Solomon) American jazz flautist

The name Herbie in Pop Culture

• Herbie sentient car in "The Love Bug" film series