Elbert
Meaning of Elbert
Originating from the Old English name Æþelbeorht, Elbert is a traditional baby boy name that carries a rich history and meaning. The name is composed of two elements: "æþel" which means "noble" or "honorable," and "beorht" which means "bright" or "famous." As such, Elbert signifies a person who possesses noble qualities and shines brightly. The English pronunciation of Elbert is EL-bert (/ˈɛlbərt/). While it shares similarities with the more common name Albert, Elbert has its own distinct charm. In terms of popularity in the United States, Elbert has seen some fluctuations over the years. It reached its peak in the early 1920s, ranking as high as 182. However, it became less frequently used in recent decades. Nonetheless, for parents seeking a name with historical significance and an air of distinction, Elbert remains an excellent choice for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as EL-bert (/ˈɛlbərt/)
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Notable People Named Elbert
| Elbert Green Hubbard was an American writer, publisher, artist, and philosopher who founded the Roycroft artisan community and was an influential figure in the Arts and Crafts movement. |
| Elbert Williams was an African-American civil rights leader from Brownsville, Tennessee who was tragically killed in 1940 for his activism, making him the first known NAACP member to be lynched for his civil rights activities. |
| Elbert Parr Tuttle was a prominent chief judge known for advancing civil rights in the United States during the civil rights movement. |
| Elbert Adrain Brinckerhoff, Sr. was a prominent figure in New Jersey, serving as the Mayor of Englewood and making significant contributions to various organizations including the founding of Brinckerhoff, Turner and Company. |
| Elbert Duncan Thomas was a Democratic Party politician from Utah who served as a United States Senator and Chair of the Senate Education Committee. |
| Sergeant Elbert Luther Kinser was a heroic United States Marine who sacrificed his life at the Battle of Okinawa during World War II, receiving the Medal of Honor for his selfless act of throwing himself on a grenade to protect his men. |
| Elbert Dubenion was an American football flanker known for his nine-season career with the Buffalo Bills in the AFL, after playing college football for Bluffton College. |
| Elbert Weinberg was an American sculptor known for his impactful works of art. |
| Elbert Howard, also known as Big Man, was a prominent American civil rights activist and author, and a founding member of the Black Panther Party. |
| Elbert Lee Trinkle was the 49th Governor of Virginia from 1922 to 1926. |
| Elbert Hamilton Hubbard was a four-term Republican U.S. Representative from the now-obsolete 11th congressional district in northwestern Iowa. |
| Elbert Walton - Elbert A. Walton Jr. is a former American lawyer and politician. |
| Elbert Pratt is a track and field coach, residing in Monterrey, Mexico, serving as the Olympic Development Coach at the Tec de Monterrey and the President of the Pan American Pole Vault Association, as well as owning UniversalSport, a supplier of brand-name fitness equipment. |
| Elbert B. Watson - E.B. Watson (1879-1963) was a renowned architect from Norfolk, Nebraska. |
| Elbert Luther Little, Jr. was a prominent American botanist known for his extensive work in forest botany and his authorship of the National Audubon Society's Field Guide to Trees. |
