Noble and bright
Albertina is the feminine diminutive form of Albert. It shares the same Germanic roots as the name Bertha, signifying both high social standing and intellectual or radiant brilliance.
Less common today
Albertina isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,315 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Anti-apartheid activist known as the Mother of the Nation
Grammy-winning gospel singer known as the Queen of Gospel
Brazilian Catholic laywoman and martyr
Ballerina and choreographer for the Ziegfeld Follies
