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Egbert
Egbert (name) means a male given name of Old English origin, historically borne by early English kings. Example: “Egbert of Wessex is often regarded as one of the first kings of England.”
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A male given name of Old English origin, historically borne by early English kings.
"Egbert of Wessex is often regarded as one of the first kings of England."
How to use Egbert
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old English royal name, rarely used today.
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_____ of Wessex is often regarded as one of the first kings of England.
Etymology
From Old English Ecgberht, combining ecg ("edge of a blade") and beorht ("bright").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Egbert” mean?
The word “Egbert” means a male given name of Old English origin, historically borne by early English kings. In plain terms, an old English royal name, rarely used today.
How do you use “Egbert” in a sentence?
Here is “Egbert” used in a sentence: “Egbert of Wessex is often regarded as one of the first kings of England.”
What part of speech is “Egbert”?
“Egbert” is a name.
Where does the word “Egbert” come from?
The word “Egbert” comes from Old English. From Old English Ecgberht, combining ecg ("edge of a blade") and beorht ("bright").
