Adelbert
boy nameAdelbert entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #320 in 1880, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#320
peak (1880)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #544 |
| 1890s | #667 |
| 1900s | #864 |
| 1910s | #749 |
| 1920s | #976 |
| 1930s | #1134 |
| 1940s | #1550 |
| 1950s | #2231 |
| 1960s | #2870 |
| 1970s | #3473 |
| 1980s | #5553 |
| 1990s | #7052 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Adelbert are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Adelbert alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Adelbert in 2025?
- Adelbert is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Adelbert most popular?
- Adelbert peaked in 1880, reaching #320 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Adelbert with classmates?
- Adelbert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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