"Elbertha" is a relatively uncommon name that can be spelled in a variety of ways. The phonetic transcription for this name using the International Phonetic Alphabet is /ɛlˈbɜrθə/. This suggests that the "e" is pronounced with an "eh" sound, the "l" is sounded out with the tip of the tongue behind the upper teeth, and the "θ" is pronounced like a "th" combined with a "z" sound. The vowel sounds in the name are generally elongated, with the accent falling on the second syllable.
The name "Elbertha" does not have a widely known or established etymology. It appears to be a variant or combination of the names "Elbert" and "Bertha".
"Elbert" is a given name of German origin meaning "noble" or "bright". It is derived from the Old High German elements "ald" (meaning "old" or "noble") and "berht" (meaning "bright" or "famous").
"Bertha" is also a given name of Germanic origin. It is derived from the Old High German word "beraht", which means "bright" or "famous".
Therefore, "Elbertha" could be seen as a combination of these two Germanic names, incorporating elements that signify nobility, brightness, or fame.