Sam vs Berg

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
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

Sam Rank #652
Berg Rank #21,697

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sam or Berg more popular?

Sam is more popular, ranked #652 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Sam and Berg mean?

Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin).

Are Sam and Berg boy or girl names?

Sam is primarily a boy name. Berg is primarily a boy name.

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