Adelbert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adelbert is a Germanic name meaning 'noble and bright', originating from the elements 'adal' and 'berht'. It evolved through historical forms such as Adalberht and Adelbertus. The name has a noble connotation and gained popularity in the Middle Ages. While it is less common today, it is perceived as a classic name. Notable individuals include the poet Adelbert von Chamisso and Saint Adelbert of Prague.
The name Adelbert is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adelbert has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Adelbert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 850th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1213th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2168th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3112th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7061st out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Adelbert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adelbert"
Pronunciation
/ˈædəlˌbɜrt/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Adelbert is derived from the Germanic elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'berht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Meaning
Noble and bright
Language Evolution
Adalberht, Adelbertus, Adelbert
Historical Usage
Adelbert gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly among the German nobility and later spread to other regions through cultural exchange.
Variants & Derivatives
Adel, Bert, Albert
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Adelbert is relatively uncommon today but is sometimes viewed as a classic or vintage name with noble connotations.
Famous People
Adelbert von Chamisso, a notable German poet and novelist, Saint Adelbert of Prague, a Czech bishop and martyr
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adelbert"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adelbert"
"Adelbert" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 850th of 7545 | 1,022 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1213th of 6773 | 585 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2168th of 7552 | 267 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3112th of 10718 | 170 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7061st of 16616 | 76 |
Regional Popularity of "Adelbert" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
38.98% 552nd/1416 |
40.61% 560th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
50.13% 775th/1546 |
40.30% 627th/1556 |
- |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.27% 1409th/2227 |
58.68% 1426th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Adelbert" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adelbert"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adelbert" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.