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Name Origin

Adalbert is a Germanic name meaning 'noble and bright.' It is composed of the elements 'adal' (meaning 'noble') and 'beraht' (meaning 'bright' or 'famous'). The name was popular in medieval Germany and has been borne by several saints.

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Famous People

Adalbert I of Tuscany (875-915)

Margrave of Tuscany

  • Reigned as Margrave of Tuscany from 889 to 915

Adalbert II of Tuscany (932-970)

Margrave of Tuscany

  • Reigned as Margrave of Tuscany from 950 to 970

Saint Adalbert of Prague (956-997)

Bishop and missionary

  • Evangelized and martyred in Prussia, Patron Saint of Bohemia