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Norman vs Bergen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Norman

Boy #1,313 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man from the north, Northman"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,313
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bergen

Girl #5,606 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow among the mountains"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Norwegian Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,606
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Norman Rank #1,313
Bergen Rank #5,606

Norman is more popular, ranked #1313 vs #5606 for Bergen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norman or Bergen more popular?

Norman is more popular, ranked #1313 compared to Bergen at #5606 in the United States.

What do Norman and Bergen mean?

Norman means "man from the north, Northman" (Old French origin). Bergen means "meadow among the mountains" (Old Norse origin).

Are Norman and Bergen boy or girl names?

Norman is primarily a boy name. Bergen is primarily a girl name.

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