Bert vs Bertha

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bert

Boy #9,700 Most Popular

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Girl #4,800 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright, shining"

Origin: Old High German 'beraht'

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Bert Rank #9,700

Bertha Rank #4,800

Bertha is more popular, ranked #4800 vs #9700 for Bert.

Is Bert or Bertha more popular?

Bertha is more popular, ranked #4800 compared to Bert at #9700 in the United States.

What do Bert and Bertha mean?

Bertha means "bright, shining" (Old High German 'beraht' origin).

Are Bert and Bertha boy or girl names?

Bert is primarily a boy name. Bertha is primarily a girl name.