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Berkeley vs Bertram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berkeley

Boy #15,488 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"birch tree clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15,488
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bertram

Boy #8,509 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright raven"

Origin: Old High German beraht + hraban

Cultural Roots

English German French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#8,509
Total SSA Count
10
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Berkeley Rank #15,488
Bertram Rank #8,509

Bertram is more popular, ranked #8509 vs #15488 for Berkeley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berkeley or Bertram more popular?

Bertram is more popular, ranked #8509 compared to Berkeley at #15488 in the United States.

What do Berkeley and Bertram mean?

Berkeley means "birch tree clearing" (Old English origin). Bertram means "bright raven" (Old High German beraht + hraban origin).

Are Berkeley and Bertram boy or girl names?

Berkeley is primarily a boy name. Bertram is primarily a boy name.

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