Bertha vs Noah

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bertha Rank #4,800
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4800 for Bertha.

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

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bertha

Edna Mabel Ethel Clarence Walter

If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bertha or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Bertha at #4800 in the United States.

What do Bertha and Noah mean?

Bertha means "bright, shining" (Old High German 'beraht' origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bertha and Noah boy or girl names?

Bertha is primarily a girl name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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