Alberico is the Italian form of Alberich, derived from the Old German elements alb 'elf' and rih 'ruler, king'.Historical BearersThe name Alberico was borne by two Lombard dukes of Spoleto in the 10th century, as well as by a 12th-century French saint who helped found the Cistercian Order.Mythological FigureIn Germanic mythology, Alberich is a sorcerer dwarf who guards the treasure of the Nibelungen in the medieval German epic the Nibelungenlied. He also appears in Ortnit as a helper to the hero.Notable BearersNotable people with the name Alberico include Italian general Alberico Albricci (1864–1936), Italian condottiero Alberico da Barbiano (c. 1344–1409), Italian cardinal Alberico Archinto (1698–1758), Italian prince Alberico I Cybo-Malaspina (1534–1623), and Italian jurist Alberico Gentili (1552–1608). Other modern bearers include Italian footballer Alberico Evani, Italian long-distance runner Alberico Di Cecco, Uruguayan rugby union player Alberico Passadore, and American racing driver Neil Alberico (surname).Related NamesRelated names include the Anglo-Saxon Ælfric, the English Aubrey, the Carolingian Cycle name Auberon, and the literary name Oberon. Surname descendants include Italian Alberici, Alberghi, Albrici, and others.Meaning: 'elf ruler'Origin: Old GermanType: Given NameUsage Regions: Italy