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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

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In plain EnglishAn old English royal name, rarely used today.

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Etymology

From Old English Ecgberht, combining ecg ("edge of a blade") and beorht ("bright").

Origin: Old English

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").