Adalbert

“noble and bright”

Germanic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1413US 2023

787Births / yr

→Stable

94All-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Adalbert

AD·ALB·ert

/ˈæd.ˈælb.ɝt/ · stress on AD · 3 syllables

“noble and bright”

Germanic origin · Boy name

What does Adalbert mean and where does it come from?

Adalbert is derived from the Germanic elements 'adal', meaning 'noble', and 'beraht', meaning 'bright.' The name has historical significance, particularly noted in the context of Saint Adalbert, a Czech bishop and martyr from the 10th century. The name is commonly found in German-speaking countries

Cultural significance

Adalbert has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Germanic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of noble and bright.

Peak popularity

Reached #2298 in 1915 — currently #1413 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Adalbert?

Adalbert works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Adalbert Grace

How popular is Adalbert right now?

Holding steady — currently #1413 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1413 · Top 1.0%

1915

1920

1930

1935

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1413	787	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1418	767	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1423	737	▲ up 2448 · +14640% births
1935	#3871	5	▼ down 59 · -17% births
1930	#3812	6	▼ down 146 · -14% births
1920	#3666	7	▼ down 1368 · -42% births
1915	#2298	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Adalbert

Best Year2023Rank #1413

Peak Count787

Average Rank#2557

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 20237 years

The story of Adalbert

Adalbert entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 94 total births recorded, Adalbert remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2298 in 1915 to #1413 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Adalbert in 1915:

John William James Robert Joseph

Adalbert by decade

Adalbert peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	35
1920s ★	42
1930s	17

💎Adalbert has only 94 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Adalbert?

DUTCH

AbeBertBrechtElbert

ENGLISH

AlBertBertieDelbert

FINNISH

AlttiPertti

FRISIAN

AbbeAbe

Famous people named Adalbert

Adalbert (medieval German ruler)

Adalbert bore this name during the Holy Roman Empire, spreading Germanic naming traditions across Europe.

Adalbert (Norse explorer)

Adalbert carried this name across Scandinavia and into the North Atlantic during the Viking Age.

Adalbert (German philosopher)

Adalbert used this name in the rich tradition of German intellectual and philosophical culture.

Adalbert (Scandinavian royal)

Adalbert held this name in the Nordic royal courts, giving it aristocratic prestige across Northern Europe.

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What names sound and feel like Adalbert?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Adalbert also consider these

Adelbert

Germanic · The name combines

Adalbern

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Aalbert

African · A African name

Walbert

Germanic · Valiant and bright

Dalbert

English · valley, bright

Halbert

Germanic · Shining hero

Adalberta

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Albert

Germanic · Noble and bright.

How is Adalbert written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Adalbert?

Alberte DANISH Albertina DUTCH Brechtje DUTCH Tina DUTCH Tineke DUTCH Alberta ENGLISH Bertina ENGLISH Alberte FRENCH Albertine FRENCH Alberta ITALIAN Albertina ITALIAN Tina ITALIAN Alberta PORTUGUESE Albertina PORTUGUESE

Common questions about the name Adalbert

What does the name Adalbert mean?

Adalbert means "noble and bright" — a name rooted in Germanic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Adalbert?

Adalbert is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Adalbert?

Adalbert originates from Germanic tradition. Germanic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Adalbert?

Adalbert is a three-syllable name pronounced AE1 D AE1 L B ER0 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Adalbert?

Adalbert pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Germanic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.