The nameDelbert
Delbert is an American name of the early 20th century. It was a top 150 name in 1920.
- Boy's name
- American
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Meaning
Delbert is usually read as a form of Adelbert, from the Germanic adal, "noble", and berht, "bright".
Origin
American, from Germanic.
History
In the United States Delbert reached 150th place in 1920.
Famous people named Delbert
- Delbert McClinton, singer
Popularity of the name Delbert
Delbert in the United States
Delbert was most popular in the United States in the 1920s, with 9,736 births over the decade, 21% of all recorded babies named Delbert. Its rise began around 1910, and it peaked in 1932. Half of all babies named Delbert in the United States were born before 1937, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 18 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Delbert mean?
Delbert is usually read as a form of Adelbert, from the Germanic adal, "noble", and berht, "bright".
What is the origin of the name Delbert?
American, from Germanic.
Is Delbert a girl's or a boy's name?
Delbert is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Delbert?
In 2024, Delbert was the 6389th most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 14 births.
Who are famous people named Delbert?
Delbert McClinton, singer.