Albus – Name Meaning
The name Albus is of Latin origin and means “white” or “bright.” It is a popular name in many countries, including the United States, where it has been steadily increasing in popularity since the early 2000s.
Albus is a unisex name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. It is often seen as a variation of the more traditional name Albert, which also means “white” or “bright.” The name Albus is also sometimes used as a nickname for Albert.
History and Origin
The name Albus has its roots in Latin, where it was derived from the word albus, which means “white” or “bright.” This word was likely derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *albho-, which meant “to shine.”
The name Albus first appeared in English literature in the 16th century, when it was used as a surname by William Shakespeare in his play The Merchant of Venice. Since then, it has become increasingly popular as a given name.
Popularity
Albus is not currently among the top 100 most popular names in the United States, but it has been steadily increasing in popularity since the early 2000s. In 2020, it ranked #1,097 on the Social Security Administration’s list of most popular baby names.
In other countries around the world, Albus is also quite popular. In France, it ranked #837 on their list of most popular baby names in 2019. In Spain, it ranked #945 on their list of most popular baby names in 2018.
Famous People Named Albus
There are several famous people who have been given the name Albus over the years. These include:
- Albus Dumbledore: The beloved headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series.
- Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore: A character from JK Rowling’s Fantastic Beasts film series.
- Albus Severus Potter: Harry Potter’s second son from JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series.
- Albus Brooks: A character from Stephen King’s novel The Shining.
- Albus NoX Luna: A professional League of Legends team based in South Korea.
- Albus Cavus: An American rock band formed in 2004.
