Adelbert
Meaning of Adelbert
Originating from German and Dutch, the name Adelbert is a strong and distinguished name for a baby boy. In English, it is pronounced as AD-əl-burt (/ˈædəlbɜrt/), while in German and Dutch, it is pronounced as AH-dəl-bert (/ˈaːdəlbɛrt/). The name has variations such as Albert and Adalbert.
Although the popularity of the name has declined in recent years, it had its peak during the early 20th century. In the United States, Adelbert was most commonly given to newborns between the 1910s and 1940s. It reached its highest rank of 30th in 1912. Since then, it has gradually decreased in popularity, but still maintains a sense of timeless charm.
Adelbert carries an air of nobility and sophistication. It exudes strength and dignity, making it a great choice for parents seeking a regal-sounding name for their little prince. With its rich history and international appeal, Adelbert is a unique option that stands out from more common names.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as AD-əl-burt (/ˈædəlbɜrt/)
German,Dutch
- Pronunced as AH-dəl-bert (/ˈaːdəlbɛrt/)
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Notable People Named Adelbert
| Adelbert Ames was an American sailor, soldier, and politician who served as a Union Army general during the Civil War and held various political positions in Reconstruction-era Mississippi. |
| Adelbert von Chamisso, also known as Adelbert de Chamisso de Boncourt, was a German poet, writer, and botanist. |
| Adelbert Van de Walle (1922–2006) was a renowned Flemish-Belgian architect, art historian, and professor at the University of Ghent. |
| Adelbert Wellington Brownlow-Cust, 3rd Earl Brownlow, was a British soldier, courtier, and Conservative politician. |
| Adelbert Waldron - Adelbert Francis "Bert" Waldron III was a renowned United States Army sniper with the 9th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War, holding the record for most confirmed kills by any American sniper until 2011. |
| Adelbert S. Atherton was an American politician from Chicopee, Massachusetts, who served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives and had a background in farming, auctioneering, and merchandising. |
| Gottlieb Adelbert Delbrück was a German banker and businessman. |
| Adelbert J. McCormick was an American merchant and politician from New York. |
| Adelbert Bryan - Adelbert "Bert" Bryan (1942/1943) is a U.S. Virgin Islands politician and former senator. |
