Berg vs Hamish

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

Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Hamish Rank #6,152

Hamish is more popular, ranked #6152 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Hamish more popular?

Hamish is more popular, ranked #6152 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Hamish mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Hamish means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Gaelic origin).

Are Berg and Hamish boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Hamish is primarily a boy name.

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