Berlin vs Shaw

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berlin

Boy #4,271 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Berlin (swampy area)"

Origin: Old Slavic berl

American German English

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Boy #4,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"thicket, small wood"

Origin: Old English

Scottish English American

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Berlin Rank #4,271

Shaw Rank #4,307

Berlin is more popular, ranked #4271 vs #4307 for Shaw.

Is Berlin or Shaw more popular?

Berlin is more popular, ranked #4271 compared to Shaw at #4307 in the United States.

What do Berlin and Shaw mean?

Berlin means "from Berlin (swampy area)" (Old Slavic berl origin). Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin).

Are Berlin and Shaw boy or girl names?

Berlin is primarily a boy name. Shaw is primarily a boy name.