Alberts

Alberts is a surname of Dutch and German origin, often derived from the given name Albert with a patronymic suffix indicating “son of Albert” in certain naming traditions. The given name Albert itself comes from the Germanic Adalbert, formed from adal meaning noble and bert meaning bright.

The surname is found in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, and it has spread to other regions through migration and diaspora. Variants reflecting related roots include Albertsen, Albertson, Albers, and Albrecht, among others. The form Alberts is commonly seen as a family name in Dutch-speaking areas, while similar spellings may appear in German-speaking contexts.

In historical records, Alberts appears across a range of occupations and social strata, illustrating the broad geographic distribution of the name. The surname also traveled with Dutch and German emigration to the Americas and other regions during the 18th through 20th centuries, contributing to its presence in multiple countries today.

Today, Alberts remains most prevalent in the Netherlands and Belgium, with smaller communities in Germany and among the global diaspora. As with many surnames of patronymic origin, its spelling and prominence have varied over time and by region, leading to a family of related names that trace back to the same root name, Albert.