Bert
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
34,234 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1918 Peak Popularity Year
715 Peak Births

Bert Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Bert has its origins in Old German, meaning 'bright' or 'famous'. It has evolved through various historical forms, including Berht and Bertus. While it lacks biblical relevance, Bert gained popularity in the 19th century and is associated with a friendly image. Notable figures with this name include actors and politicians.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bert"

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Pronunciation

/bɜrt/

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Origin

Old German

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Etymology

The name Bert is derived from the Germanic element 'berht', which means 'bright' or 'famous'. It has been used in various forms across different cultures.

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Meaning

bright, famous

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Language Evolution

Berht (Old English), Bert (Old German), Bertus (Latinized form), Bertie (diminutive)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often as a short form of names like Albert or Herbert.

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Variants & Derivatives

Bertie, Bertan, Bertold, Albert

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Bert is often viewed as a classic and somewhat vintage name. It carries a friendly and approachable image, though it is less common among younger generations.

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Famous People

Bert Lancaster (American actor), Bert Blyleven (Dutch-American baseball player), Bertie Ahern (Irish politician)

📊 Bert Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Bert Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Moderately Popular name with 715 peak births in 1918

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 46 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Bert" - Complete Guide (4 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Bert". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 4 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

Why explore same pronunciation names? Many parents search for homophone names to find alternative spellings that might be more unique or culturally significant. This ultimate list covers both American and British pronunciation patterns, ensuring you find the perfect variation of "Bert" that fits your preferences.

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bert"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Bert"

"Bert" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 208th of 7545 10,109
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 278th of 6773 7,624
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 390th of 7552 7,003
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 597th of 10718 2,942
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1449th of 16616 901
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 5407th of 24088 233
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 7029th of 23106 137
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1824th of 9107 371
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 3432nd of 9204 129
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 6304th of 12526 66

Regional Popularity of "Bert" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
12.78%
181st/1416
17.84%
246th/1379
10.52%
249th/2366
12.17%
139th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
15.46%
239th/1546
16.77%
261st/1556
13.22%
311th/2353
12.28%
190th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
15.76%
351st/2227
16.63%
404th/2430
15.18%
433rd/2853
11.53%
320th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
19.48%
572nd/2937
19.75%
688th/3483
18.31%
644th/3518
14.02%
567th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
40.05%
1476th/3685
44.20%
1978th/4475
32.85%
1706th/5194
28.00%
1769th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - 67.40%
5030th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - 57.33%
3598th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Bert" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Bert"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Bert" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Bert" in the United States

The name Bert is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bert has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Bert' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 208th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 278th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 390th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 597th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1449th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5407th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7029th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1824th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3432nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6304th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Bert' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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