The baby name Dagobert is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced English: /ˈdæɡəbərt/ (DAG-ə-bert); German: /ˈdaːɡobɛrt/ (DAH-go-bert).
The baby name Dagobert is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced English: /ˈdæɡəbərt/ (DAG-ə-bert); German: /ˈdaːɡobɛrt/ (DAH-go-bert).
Dagobert is in Origin.
Dagobert derives from early Germanic and Frankish naming tradition, from elements dag- (day) and -berht (bright, illustrious). The Latinized form Dagobertus appears in chronicles, and the sense is typically rendered "day-bright" or "bright as day," evoking clarity and renown.
The name gained prominence among the Merovingians: three Frankish kings bore it, notably Dagobert I (7th century), giving it a regal, early-medieval aura across France, the Rhineland, and the Low Countries. Usage waned after the Middle Ages but resurfaced sporadically in 19th-century revivalism. Today it is rare yet recognizable in German- and Dutch-speaking countries, partly through the pop-culture figure Dagobert Duck (Scrooge McDuck). International variants include Dagoberto (Italian, Spanish, Portuguese) and the unchanged French and German Dagobert; short forms such as Bert, Berto, or Berti occur. The name suits those seeking a storied, distinctly continental classic.
| Dagobert I Dagobert I was a King of the Franks, reigning from 629 to 639. He is best known for being one of the last Merovingian kings to wield actual power over the Frankish kingdom. His reign marked a period of relative stability and prosperity in early medieval France. | Dagobert II Dagobert II was a king of Austrasia, a region in the Frankish Kingdom, during the 7th century. He is most famous for his efforts to reclaim his throne after being exiled as a child. His reign was marked by attempts to strengthen royal power and navigate the complex politics of the time. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HT | Boys | 0 | #34 | 1 | 903 |
| CN | 0 | #86 | 1 | 3,857 | |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #174 | 1 | 3,954 |
| France | Boys | 1915 | #187 | 6 | 498 |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #220 | 1 | 4,970 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #303 | 1 | 7,909 |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #443 | 108 | 12,054 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #526 | 1 | 12,621 |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #559 | 2 | 11,671 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #697 | 4 | 13,390 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #780 | 6 | 12,213 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #806 | 1 | 18,755 |
| TN | 0 | #865 | 1 | 13,765 | |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #914 | 39 | 5,697 |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #939 | 13 | 5,873 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #973 | 9 | 15,656 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #1,001 | 1 | 16,906 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,032 | 2 | 16,355 |
| MA | 0 | #1,197 | 3 | 20,986 | |
| TR | 0 | #1,254 | 1 | 19,440 |
Dagobert is popular in 19 countries — most recent births per country:
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