Adelbert

Variation of Albert, German

"noble, bright"

Adelbert Origin and Meaning

The name Adelbert is a boy's name of Scottish origin meaning "noble, bright".

Adelbert is a masculine name of Germanic origin combining the elements 'adal' meaning noble or aristocratic and 'beraht' meaning bright or famous. It's an antiquated form of Albert.

Popular among medieval European nobility, Adelbert was carried by several saints and rulers throughout history. The name traveled across Europe with variations including Albert, Adalbert, and Ethelbert.

While its usage declined in the 20th century, Adelbert maintains an aristocratic, refined quality that appeals to parents drawn to vintage names with strong historical roots. It offers distinctive formal options with friendly nicknames like Adel, Del, or Bert.

Adelbert Rank in US Top 1000

# 914 in the US

Famous People Named Adelbert

• Adelbert Althouse American politician
• Adelbert Ames American politician
• Adelbert Ames Jr American scientist
• Adelbert Schulz German general
• Adelbert van de Walle Belgian architect and art historian
• Adelbert von Chamisso German writer
• Adelbert von Keller German scholar

The name Adelbert in Pop Culture

• Adelbert Steiner character in the game "Final Fantasy IX"