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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bright
- Origin
- Germanic (diminutive)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- BURT
Bert is a Germanic name, used as a diminutive, with a meaning of "bright." It's short and plain-spoken, with a clear, uncomplicated meaning behind it. If you're after a name with straightforward roots rather than an elaborate backstory, Bert fits that description.
Meaning & Origin of Bert
Meaning: Bright.
Origin: Germanic (diminutive).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bert
BURTIPA /bɜːrt/
Popularity of Bert
In 1880, the earliest year in SSA records, Bert ranked #47 with 348 babies given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #8368 with just 9, a steady decline across the full 1880-2024 span the data covers.
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FAQ
What does the name Bert mean?
Bright. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bert?
Bert is pronounced BURT (IPA: /bɜːrt/).
Is Bert a popular name right now?
Bert peaked at #47 in 1880 and is ranked #8368 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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