Egberto

Anglo-Saxon

"bright edge of a sword"

Egberto Origin and Meaning

The name Egberto is a boy's name.

Egberto is a masculine name of Germanic origin, representing a variation of Egbert that's commonly found in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions. The original name combines the elements 'ecg' meaning 'edge' or 'sword' and 'beorht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous,' thus conveying the meaning 'famous with the sword' or 'bright edge.' Egberto carries historical significance as it was borne by the first king to unite all of England in the 9th century, though in its Latinized form. The name has a dignified, classical quality while still being accessible. Though not widely used in the United States, Egberto maintains popularity in Latin American countries, offering cultural richness and historical depth.

Famous People Named Egberto

• Egberto Amin Gismonti Brazilian composer and musician