Hansel vs Berg

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hansel

Boy #1,666 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via German

Cultural Roots

German Swiss Austrian Nordic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,666
Total SSA Count
101
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Hansel Rank #1,666
Berg Rank #21,697

Hansel is more popular, ranked #1666 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hansel or Berg more popular?

Hansel is more popular, ranked #1666 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Hansel and Berg mean?

Hansel means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via German origin). Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin).

Are Hansel and Berg boy or girl names?

Hansel is primarily a boy name. Berg is primarily a boy name.

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