Dagoberto
Dagoberto is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Shining day or bright day.
Origin and history
Dagoberto is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning 'day' and 'bright' or 'famous'. It passed through Latin and Western European languages, becoming most recognized through Frankish royal history and later adoption in Spanish-speaking cultures. In the United States, it is a relatively rare given name primarily used within Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,732 babies in the United States have been named Dagoberto since 1880. It ranks #3062 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1874.
States where it is most popular
- TX (59.4 %)
- CA (35.1 %)
- NY (2.7 %)
- AZ (1.6 %)
- FL (0.57 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 130 |
| 1960-1970 | 186 |
| 1970-1980 | 195 |
| 1980-1990 | 297 |
| 1990-2000 | 409 |
| 2000-2010 | 300 |
| 2010-2019 | 162 |
| 2020-2029 | 53 |
Famous people named Dagoberto
- Dagoberto Fontes: Professional Footballer
- Dagoberto Campaneris: Baseball Player
- Dagoberto Pelentier: Professional Footballer
Nicknames
Dago, Beto
Fun facts
- The name was borne by several Merovingian kings of the Franks, most notably Dagobert I in the 7th century.
- In Spanish-speaking regions, the Disney character Scrooge McDuck is named Tío Gilito, but his ancestor or related translations sometimes draw on classical names like Dagoberto.