Find out how popular the first name Alberth has been for the last 25 years (from 2000 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Alberth by gender

Based on the last 25 years of data, Alberth is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 13 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Alberth.

The history of the first name Alberth

The name Alberth is a Germanic variation of the more common Albert, derived from the Old High German name Adalbert. This name is composed of the elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous'. It was a popular name among the Franks and other Germanic tribes during the Middle Ages.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Saint Adalbert of Prague, a Bohemian missionary who was martyred in 997 AD while attempting to convert the pagan Prussians to Christianity. His life and martyrdom were recorded in detail by his contemporaries, and he was later canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church.

Another notable figure with this name was Alberth the Great, a German Dominican friar and philosopher who lived from 1193 to 1280 AD. He was a prolific writer and is considered one of the most influential thinkers of the Middle Ages, with his works spanning topics such as natural science, logic, and theology.

In the 12th century, Alberth of Saxony, a German nobleman and military leader, played a significant role in the struggles between the Holy Roman Empire and the Welfs. He fought alongside Emperor Frederick Barbarossa in the Italian campaigns and was later rewarded with lands and titles for his loyalty.

During the Renaissance period, Alberth Dürer (1471-1528) was a renowned German painter, printmaker, and theorist, widely regarded as one of the greatest artists of the Northern Renaissance. His iconic works, such as the Melencolia I engraving and numerous self-portraits, have left an indelible mark on the history of art.

In the realm of literature, Alberth Camus (1913-1960) was a French philosopher, author, and journalist who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1957. His novels, such as The Stranger and The Plague, explored themes of existentialism and the human condition, cementing his place as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.

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