Adelbert

Adelbert is a variant of the name Adalbert, which carries the meaning 'of noble descent'. This name derives from the Old High German word 'adal', meaning 'noble' or 'distinguished', and 'beraht', meaning 'shining' or 'famous'.

What does the name Adelbert mean?

The meaning of the name Adelbert is 'of noble descent', based on its derivation from the Old High German 'adal' for 'noble, distinguished' and 'beraht' for 'shining, famous'.

Where does the name Adelbert come from?

Adelbert is a male first name that originates from Old High German and means 'of noble descent'.

How do you pronounce Adelbert?

The pronunciation of Adelbert is three syllables and traditional. It is pronounced as 'A-del-bert' [ˈaːdəlˌbɛʁt], with a clear middle part and a marked final consonant. The -bert with the hard -t provides a decisive finish. Overall, the sound is traditional, stable, and conveys seriousness and dignity.

When is the name day of Adelbert?

The name day of Adelbert is celebrated on April 23, June 20, and November 26.

Popularity

In Germany, Adelbert is considered a rather rare name. In 2014, it ranked 3,829th on the list of the most common male baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name Adelbert was given as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has been named this way. Regarding global popularity, you can find the rankings of Adelbert in the name charts of various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Adel / Adi / Bertl / Kanalbert

Similar first names

Famous people

• Adelbert Delbrück (1822–1890), German entrepreneur and banker
• Adelbert Düringer (jurist and politician)
• Adelbert Heinrich von Baudissin (German writer)
• Adelbert Hotzen (architect)
• Adelbert Muhr (writer)
• Adelbert Natorp (German theologian)
• Adelbert Niemeyer (painter)
• Adelbert Reif (journalist)
• Adelbert van de Walle (Belgian art historian)
• Adelbert von Bornstedt (1807–1851), German publicist and revolutionary
• Adelbert von Chamisso (French naturalist and poet of the early 19th century)
• Adelbert von der Schulenburg-Filehne (politician)
• Adelbert von Deyen (composer from Germany)
• Adelbert Weinstein (journalist)
• Adelbert Wellington Brownlow-Cust (politician)
• Edward Adelbert Doisy (biochemist from the USA)
• John Adelbert Kelley (American long-distance runner)
• John Adelbert Parkhurst (astronomer from the USA)
• Richard Adelbert Lipsius (theologian from Germany)