Bertina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bertina has Germanic roots, derived from the name 'Berht', which means 'bright' or 'glorious'. It evolved through historical forms such as Berht and Bertha. The name carries traits of elegance and classic charm, and it does not have direct biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 19th century and continues to be viewed positively today.
The name Bertina is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. 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, Bertina has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Bertina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2427th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2747th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2907th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3122nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9069th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Bertina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bertina"
Pronunciation
/bərˈtiːnə/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Bertina is derived from the Germanic name 'Berht', meaning 'bright' or 'glorious'. It is often considered a feminine diminutive form of names like Bertha.
Meaning
bright, glorious
Language Evolution
Berht, Bertha, Bertina
Historical Usage
The name Bertina gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in regions influenced by Germanic languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Berta, Bertha, Bert, Bertie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Bertina is considered a vintage name, often associated with elegance and a classic charm.
Famous People
Bertina Lopes, a prominent artist, Bertina B. Smith, an influential writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bertina"
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 "Bertina"
"Bertina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2427th of 9107 | 236 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2747th of 9204 | 193 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2907th of 12526 | 303 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3122nd of 19264 | 354 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9069th of 27321 | 113 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Bertina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bertina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bertina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bertina" 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.