Adalberto
Adalberto is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Noble and bright, derived from Germanic elements 'adal' (noble) and 'beraht' (bright).
Origin and history
Adalberto is a masculine name of Old High German origin, serving as a Spanish and Italian variant of Albert. It has maintained a steady, modest presence in the United States over the past century, particularly in Hispanic communities. The name carries a traditional and dignified feel rooted in continental European history.
Popularity in the United States
4,633 babies in the United States have been named Adalberto since 1880. It ranks #1823 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1797.
States where it is most popular
- TX (38.7 %)
- CA (35.5 %)
- NY (12.7 %)
- AZ (4.2 %)
- IL (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 16 |
| 1920-1930 | 97 |
| 1930-1940 | 106 |
| 1940-1950 | 126 |
| 1950-1960 | 256 |
| 1960-1970 | 391 |
| 1970-1980 | 589 |
| 1980-1990 | 748 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,022 |
| 2000-2010 | 812 |
| 2010-2019 | 340 |
| 2020-2029 | 130 |
Famous people named Adalberto
- Adalberto Santiago: Singer, Musician
- Adalberto Mondesí: Baseball Player
Nicknames
Beto, Adal, Berto
Fun facts
- Adalberto shares its exact Germanic etymological roots with the modern name Albert.
- Saint Adalbert was an important historical figure who served as the Bishop of Prague in the tenth century.