Albertha
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
5,145 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1922 Peak Popularity Year
147 Peak Births

Albertha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Albertha originates from Germanic roots, meaning 'noble and bright.' It evolved through various historical forms from Adalberht to its modern version. The name reflects traits of nobility and brightness, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is seen as dignified, although somewhat outdated today.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Albertha"

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Pronunciation

/ælˈbɜrθə/

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Origin

Germanic

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Etymology

Albertha is derived from the Germanic elements 'adal,' meaning 'noble,' and 'beraht,' meaning 'bright' or 'glorious.'

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Meaning

noble and bright

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Language Evolution

Adalberht (Old High German), Albertus (Latin), Alberth (Middle English), Albertha (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

Albertha gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often as a feminine form of Albert.

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Variants & Derivatives

Albert, Alberta, Albie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Albertha is considered somewhat old-fashioned today, but it carries a sense of dignity and nobility.

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Famous People

Albertha B. McLain, an American educator, Albertha S. Smith, a notable figure in early 20th-century activism

📊 Albertha Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Albertha Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 147 peak births in 1922

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Albertha" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Albertha". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 1 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Albertha"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Albertha"

"Albertha" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 628th of 9107 2,316
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 778th of 9204 1,565
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1496th of 12526 916
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 6354th of 19264 116
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 22630th of 27321 11

Regional Popularity of "Albertha" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Albertha" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
100.00%
1416th/1416
80.64%
1112th/1379
17.92%
424th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
95.54%
1477th/1546
100.00%
1556th/1556
20.44%
481st/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- 95.80%
2328th/2430
29.06%
829th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 88.63%
3118th/3518
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Albertha"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Albertha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Albertha" in the United States

The name Albertha is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Albertha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Albertha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 628th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 778th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1496th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6354th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Albertha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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