Herbert

Herbert is a Germanic given name, from harja "army" and beraht "bright". Herb is a common diminutive. In the works of Harry Turtledove, Herbert may refer to:

Characters known as Herbert:
 * Herbert Hoover, historical President of the United States appearing in American Empire and Joe Steele, with background roles in other works.
 * Herbert Marx aka Zeppo Marx, historical comedian appearing in "Hail! Hail!"
 * Herbert Walker, fictional Confederate politician, minor character in Settling Accounts: Drive to the East.

Characters known as Herb:
 * Herb (JAG), a military lawyer and minor character in The War That Came Early: West and East.
 * Herb Druce, fictional businessman appearing in The War That Came Early.