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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Meadow of birch trees
- Origin
- Old English (place name)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- BURK-lee
Berkley is an Old English place name that literally means "meadow of birch trees," pronounced BURK-lee. As a girl's name, it has an outdoorsy, nature-inspired, clean, modern feel — a modern pick with roots in the English countryside rather than a long family tradition. SSA records for the name go back to 1891, though it's a relatively recent entrant to wider use.
Meaning & Origin of Berkley
Meaning: Meadow of birch trees.
Origin: Old English (place name).
How to Pronounce Berkley
BURK-leeIPA /ˈbɜːrkli/
Popularity of Berkley
Berkley peaked in 2021 at #798, given to 354 babies, and by 2024 had eased to #879 with 306 babies given the name.
Names Like Berkley
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FAQ
What does the name Berkley mean?
Meadow of birch trees.
How do you pronounce Berkley?
Berkley is pronounced BURK-lee (IPA: /ˈbɜːrkli/).
Is Berkley a popular name right now?
Berkley is near its all-time peak (#798 in 2021), ranked #879 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1891–2024.)
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