Bertha vs Katharine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bertha

Girl #4,800 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining"

Origin: Old High German 'beraht'

Cultural Roots

German English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,800
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Berta, Bertie, Bert

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bertha Rank #4,800
Katharine Rank #4,801

Bertha is more popular, ranked #4800 vs #4801 for Katharine.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bertha ___

  • Bertha Mae
  • Bertha June
  • Bertha Rose
  • Bertha Louise
  • Bertha Anne
  • Bertha Claire

Katharine ___

  • Katharine Rose
  • Katharine Anne
  • Katharine Jane
  • Katharine Grace
  • Katharine Elizabeth
  • Katharine Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bertha

Edna Mabel Ethel Clarence Walter

If you choose Katharine

Eleanor Margaret William Henry Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bertha or Katharine more popular?

Bertha is more popular, ranked #4800 compared to Katharine at #4801 in the United States.

What do Bertha and Katharine mean?

Bertha means "bright, shining" (Old High German 'beraht' origin). Katharine means "pure, clean" (Greek 'katharos' origin).

Are Bertha and Katharine boy or girl names?

Bertha is primarily a girl name. Katharine is primarily a girl name.

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