Berg vs Shaw

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

Shaw

Boy #4,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"thicket, small wood"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,307
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Shaw Rank #4,307

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Shaw more popular?

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Shaw mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin).

Are Berg and Shaw boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Shaw is primarily a boy name.

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