Berkley

At a Glance: Name: Berkley – Meaning: meadow of birch trees – Origin: Old English (place name) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: BURK-lee

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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

Phonetic: BURK-lee   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1891–2024.

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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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