Gottlieb
Below 5 births
About Gottlieb
Gottlieb is a traditional German masculine name with deep religious roots. Derived from the elements 'Gott' meaning 'God' and 'lieb' meaning 'love' or 'dear,' it can be translated as 'God's love' or 'beloved of God.' This theophoric name was particularly popular among German Protestant families following the Reformation, reflecting its strong spiritual significance. While common in German-speaking countries in past centuries, Gottlieb has become less frequently used in modern times. In North America, it was brought by German immigrants but has remained relatively uncommon. The name carries a dignified, traditional quality that connects to German heritage and religious devotion.
Pronounced GAHT-leeb.
As of October 2026, Gottlieb ranked #3429 for boys in US births in 1933 SSA, peaked at #695 for boys in 1890.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Gottlieb on lists
Famous Gottliebs
- Gottlieb Wilhelm Daimler
German automobile engineer
- (Johann) Gottlieb Burckhardt
Swiss psychiatrist
- Gottlieb Ababio Adom
Ghanaian educator and clergyman
- Gottlieb Schumacher
American civil engineer
- Gottlieb Wilhelm Leitner
Hungarian,British Orientalist
- Gottlieb Mittelberger
German author
- Gottlieb Muffat
Austrian organist