Delbert Rico

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Delbert Rico — English
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Delbert Rico is a name that combines English origins. The first name Delbert is a masculine given name of English origin. Delbert is a given name. It is a short form of Adelbert, which is a combination of the German words adal, meaning noble, and berht, meaning bright. Notable people with the name include: Delbert F. Anderson (1919–1999), American farmer and politician Delbert Baker, Seventh-day Adventist minister, author, educator, and administrator Delbert Black (1922–2000), the first Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, from 1967 to 1971 Delbert Cowsette (born 1977), former American football defensive tackle in the National Football League Delbert Daisey (1924–2017), known as Cigar Daisey, American waterfow. The surname Rico: Rico Abreu (born 1992), American race car driver Rico Alaniz (1919–2015), Mexican-American actor Rico E. Anderson (born 1968), American actor Rico Back (born 1954), German businessman Rico Barrera (born 1984), Filipino actor Rico Beats, American record executive Rico Bell, English artist and musician Rico Benatelli (born 1992), German footballer Rico Bianchi (1930–2025), Swiss rower Rico Blanco (born 1973), Filipino singer-songwriter Rico Brizuela (born 1946), Filipino businessman Rico Brogna (born 1970), American baseball player Rico Capuano, better known as Rico (Scottish singer) (1971–2022). Delbert is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 47K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Delbert reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Delbert

English

Delbert is a given name. It is a short form of Adelbert, which is a combination of the German words adal, meaning noble, and berht, meaning bright. Notable people with the name include: Delbert F. Anderson (1919–1999), American farmer and politician Delbert Baker, Seventh-day Adventist minister, author, educator, and administrator Delbert Black (1922–2000), the first Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, from 1967 to 1971 Delbert Cowsette (born 1977), former American football defensive tackle in the National Football League Delbert Daisey (1924–2017), known as Cigar Daisey, American waterfow.

Surname: Rico

Spanish

Rico Abreu (born 1992), American race car driver Rico Alaniz (1919–2015), Mexican-American actor Rico E. Anderson (born 1968), American actor Rico Back (born 1954), German businessman Rico Barrera (born 1984), Filipino actor Rico Beats, American record executive Rico Bell, English artist and musician Rico Benatelli (born 1992), German footballer Rico Bianchi (1930–2025), Swiss rower Rico Blanco (born 1973), Filipino singer-songwriter Rico Brizuela (born 1946), Filipino businessman Rico Brogna (born 1970), American baseball player Rico Capuano, better known as Rico (Scottish singer) (1971–2022).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Delbert is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 53%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Delbert by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Delbert Rico:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Delbert?
The first name Delbert originates from English. Delbert is a given name. It is a short form of Adelbert, which is a combination of the German words adal, meaning noble, and berht, meaning bright. Notable people with the name include: Delbert F. Anderson (1919–1999), American farmer and politician Delbert Baker, Seventh-day Adventist minister, author, educator, and administrator Delbert Black (1922–2000), the first Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, from 1967 to 1971 Delbert Cowsette (born 1977), former American football defensive tackle in the National Football League Delbert Daisey (1924–2017), known as Cigar Daisey, American waterfow.
When was Delbert most popular?
The name Delbert reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Rico?
The surname Rico originates from Spanish. Rico Abreu (born 1992), American race car driver Rico Alaniz (1919–2015), Mexican-American actor Rico E. Anderson (born 1968), American actor Rico Back (born 1954), German businessman Rico Barrera (born 1984), Filipino actor Rico Beats, American record executive Rico Bell, English artist and musician Rico Benatelli (born 1992), German footballer Rico Bianchi (1930–2025), Swiss rower Rico Blanco (born 1973), Filipino singer-songwriter Rico Brizuela (born 1946), Filipino businessman Rico Brogna (born 1970), American baseball player Rico Capuano, better known as Rico (Scottish singer) (1971–2022).
What are the origins of the name Delbert Rico?
The name Delbert Rico combines two different traditions: the first name Delbert has English roots, while the surname Rico originates from Spanish.
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