Berg vs Gerald

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

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,168
Total SSA Count
178
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Gerald Rank #1,168

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Gerald more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Gerald mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Berg and Gerald boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.

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