Berg vs Merle

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

Merle

Boy #4,664 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"blackbird"

Origin: Old French from Latin merula

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,664
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Merle Rank #4,664

Merle is more popular, ranked #4664 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Merle more popular?

Merle is more popular, ranked #4664 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Merle mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Merle means "blackbird" (Old French from Latin merula origin).

Are Berg and Merle boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Merle is primarily a boy name.

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