Bertil
Pronunciation: [ b-ERT-ihl ]
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Bertil first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 5 babies have been named Bertil in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bertil is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,453 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,453
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Bertil
Bertil is a boy name .
Bertil is currently ranked #37,453 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Bertil include Ber, Bert, Berty, Bertie, Bey, Beie, and Berkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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