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Hubert
HYOOBT
Hubert (name) means a male given name of Germanic origin, borne by an 8th-century bishop who became the patron saint of hunters; also a surname. Example: “Hubert was named after his grandfather.”
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A male given name of Germanic origin, borne by an 8th-century bishop who became the patron saint of hunters; also a surname.
"Hubert was named after his grandfather."
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Etymology
From Old French Hubert, ultimately from Proto-Germanic roots meaning "mind" and "bright, famous."
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What does “Hubert” mean?
The word “Hubert” means a male given name of Germanic origin, borne by an 8th-century bishop who became the patron saint of hunters; also a surname.
How do you pronounce “Hubert”?
“Hubert” is pronounced HYOOBT (/ˈhjubɚt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Hubert” in a sentence?
Here is “Hubert” used in a sentence: “Hubert was named after his grandfather.”
What part of speech is “Hubert”?
“Hubert” is a name.
Where does the word “Hubert” come from?
The word “Hubert” comes from Old French. From Old French Hubert, ultimately from Proto-Germanic roots meaning "mind" and "bright, famous.".
Is “Hubert” a common word?
“Hubert” is an uncommon word in modern English.
