Berg vs Bartholomew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Bartholomew

Boy #3,348 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Talmai, son of the furrows"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,348
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Bartholomew Rank #3,348

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Bartholomew more popular?

Bartholomew is more popular, ranked #3348 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Bartholomew mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Bartholomew means "son of Talmai, son of the furrows" (Aramaic origin).

Are Berg and Bartholomew boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Bartholomew is primarily a boy name.

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