Hobard
ho-ba-rd
Origin:German
Meaning:Bright heart; Bright mind; Bright spirit
Hobard is a masculine name for a tiny tot whose cheerful personality and ability to think on their feet will delight and impress everyone they meet. A respelling of Hobart, Hobard finds its roots in German titles like Hubbard and Hubert. Hobard's first element hug, has English and German definitions, and both will be very relevant to your new addition! In German, hug means "heart," "mind," or "spirit," while English-speaking people use the term to describe an embrace. When combined with berht, another German element meaning "bright," Hobard translates to "bright heart," "bright mind," and "bright spirit." Though you won't need a reason to shower your Hobard with affection and cuddles, watching them be their kind and amazing self will certainly make you want to.
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Behind the Name, Hobart, surname, September 2024
Behind the Name, Hubert, December 2024
Ancestry, Hobart Family History
Ancestry, Hubert Family History
House of Names, Hobard History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Merriam-Webster Dictionary, hug
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