Hébert

Hébert is a surname of French origin. It is derived from the Germanic personal name Herbert, composed of the elements "heri" meaning "army" and "beraht" meaning "bright." The name was popular in medieval France and spread to other parts of Europe through various historical migrations.

Several notable individuals have borne the surname Hébert. In the arts, Louis Hébert (c. 1570–1627) was a French sculptor and architect, known for his work in Quebec. In the field of sports, Jacques Hébert (born 1947) is a Canadian politician and former speed skater, who competed in the 1972 Winter Olympics. In literature, Anne Hébert (1916–2000) was a prominent Québécois poet and novelist.

Geographically, the surname Hébert is most common in French-speaking regions, particularly in Quebec, Canada, and in France. It can also be found in other countries with historical French immigration. The distribution of the surname reflects historical settlement patterns and cultural influences. Variations of the name may exist in different regions due to linguistic evolution and transcription differences.