Herbie
Meaning of Herbie
Herbie is a charming and endearing name of English origin, meaning "bright army." This delightful moniker has a playful and friendly vibe, making it a perfect choice for a little boy. The name Herbie is also associated with the beloved fictional character Herbie the Love Bug, a sentient anthropomorphic 1963 Volkswagen Beetle featured in movies and television shows. Its usage peaked in the late 1950s, as evidenced by its popularity in New York during that time. With its vintage appeal and cheerful sound, Herbie is an adorable choice for any baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as HUR-bee (/ˈhɜrbi/)
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Notable People Named Herbie
| Herbie Hancock - Herbert Jeffrey Hancock is an influential American jazz musician, bandleader, and composer known for redefining the role of a jazz rhythm section and pioneering jazz fusion, funk, and electro styles. |
| Herbie Hide is a British former professional boxer known for his formidable punching power and killer instinct in the ring, having held the WBO heavyweight title twice between 1994 and 1999. |
| Herbie Mann, born Herbert Jay Solomon, was an influential American jazz flute player and early advocate of world music, known for his Billboard No. 1 dance hit "Hi-Jack". |
| Herbie Seneviratne - Herby Seneviratne, also known as Richard Herbert Seneviratne, was a prominent actor and filmmaker in Sri Lankan cinema. |
| Herbie Nichols - Herbert Horatio Nichols, an American jazz pianist and composer, is known for his jazz standard "Lady Sings the Blues" and is now esteemed by musicians and critics. |
| Herbie Kane is an English professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder at Barnsley. |
| Herbie Lewis - Herbert Albert Lewis, also known as "The Duke of Duluth," was a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger who played for the Detroit Cougars/Falcons/Red Wings in the National Hockey League from 1928 to 1939. |
