Elbert

Boy's name

Elbert is of Old English origin, derived from the elements "eald" meaning "old" and "beorht" meaning "bright" or "famous."

Meaning Noble, bright
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 11 Falling
Peak year 1920

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Notable Namesakes

  • Elbert Hubbard - Writer, philosopher, founder of Roycroft artisan community.
  • Elbert Guillory - Politician, former Louisiana State Senator.
  • Elbert Frank Cox - Mathematician, first African-American to earn Ph.D. in math.
  • Elbert L. Fausett - Aviator, first pilot to fly over the North Pole.
  • Elbert B. Smith - Composer, known for his work in gospel music.
  • Elbert H. Gary - Industrialist, founding chairman of U.S. Steel Corporation.
  • Elbert Parr Tuttle - Judge, known for civil rights rulings.
  • Elbert Dysart Botts - Engineer, inventor of the Botts' dots.
  • Elbert D. Thomas - Politician, U.S. Senator from Utah.
  • Elbert Jemison - Football player, played for the Green Bay Packers.

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