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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Meadow among the mountains
- Origin
- Old Norse
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- BAIR-ghen
Bergen is an Old Norse name meaning "meadow among the mountains," a quiet, scenic picture for a name. It's pronounced BAIR-ghen (/ˈbɛərɡən/), with a hard "g" in the middle. It's a rare pick, so your child is unlikely to share it with anyone in their class.
Meaning & Origin of Bergen
Meaning: Meadow among the mountains.
Origin: Old Norse.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bergen
BAIR-ghenIPA /ˈbɛərɡən/
Popularity of Bergen
Bergen peaked at #3369 in 2003, when 27 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #5451, with 23 babies, so it has stayed uncommon across the years of Social Security data, which go back to 1928.
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FAQ
What does the name Bergen mean?
Meadow among the mountains. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bergen?
Bergen is pronounced BAIR-ghen (IPA: /ˈbɛərɡən/).
Is Bergen a popular name right now?
Bergen peaked at #3369 in 2003 and is ranked #5451 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1928–2024.)
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