Albert
Meaning of Albert
The name Albert is a classic male name with Germanic roots, derived from the Old High German name "Adalbert," which means "noble and bright." Pronounced as AL-bert in English and AHL-behrt in German, it has been a popular choice for centuries. Notable historical figures named Albert include Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, the consort of Queen Victoria, and renowned physicist Albert Einstein. The name evokes a sense of dignity and intelligence. In the United States, its popularity peaked in the early 20th century but has seen a gradual decline since then. Despite this, it remains a timeless choice for parents seeking a name with historical significance and noble connotations. Variations like Bert and Al offer more casual alternatives for this distinguished name.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as AHL-behrt (/'albɛʁt/)
American English
- Pronunced as AL-bert (/ˈæl.bɝt/)
British English
- Pronunced as AL-bert (/ˈal.bət/)
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Notable People Named Albert
| Albert Einstein, a German-born theoretical physicist, is widely regarded as one of the most influential scientists of all time, known for his groundbreaking work in developing the theory of relativity and making significant contributions to quantum mechanics. |
| Albert Pujols - José Alberto Pujols Alcántara, also known as "the Machine," is a retired Dominican-American professional baseball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history, having played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball for the St. Louis Cardinals, Los Angeles Angels, and Los Angeles Dodgers. |
| Ludwig Philipp Albert Schweitzer was a multi-talented Alsatian theologian, musician, writer, humanitarian, philosopher, and physician who made significant contributions to the interpretation of Pauline Christianity. |
| Albert Camus was a versatile French Nobel Prize-winning author, philosopher, and political activist known for works such as The Stranger and The Plague. |
| Albert Ellis was an influential American psychologist and psychotherapist known for founding rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) and being a pioneer in cognitive-behavioral therapies. |
| Albert II, Prince of Monaco - Albert II is the reigning Prince of Monaco since 2005. |
| Albert Finney was a renowned English actor who achieved fame in the early 1960s for his work in theatre, movies, and television. |
| Albert Collins, also known as "The Master of the Telecaster," was a renowned American electric blues guitarist and singer celebrated for his powerful playing and distinctive guitar style. |
| Albert Hammond Jr. - Albert Louis Hammond Jr. is an American musician known for his role as rhythm and lead guitarist in the rock band The Strokes and for his extensive solo work, including five solo albums. |
| Albert Bruce Sabin was a Polish-American medical researcher who developed the oral polio vaccine and served as the president of the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel. |
| Albert Gore Sr. - Albert Arnold Gore Sr. was an American politician who served as a United States Senator from Tennessee and was the father of former Vice President Al Gore. |
| Albert Hofmann was a Swiss chemist famous for synthesizing LSD and discovering the psychedelic effects of the compound, as well as isolating and synthesizing psilocybin and psilocin. |
| Albert Martinez - Alberto Pineda Martinez, also known as the "King of Philippine Teleseryes," is a prominent Filipino actor, producer, and director with a strong presence in Philippine television and cinema. |
| Albert Brooks is a versatile American actor, comedian, director, and screenwriter known for his acclaimed performances in films like Broadcast News and Drive, as well as for his work in comedy films such as Modern Romance and Lost in America. |
| Albert Uderzo was a renowned French comic book artist and co-creator of the beloved Astérix series, along with other notable works such as Oumpah-pah, in collaboration with René Goscinny. |
