Berg vs Sam

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

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Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Sam Rank #652

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Sam more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Sam mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Berg and Sam boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.

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