At a Glance: Name: Berta – Meaning: bright – Origin: Germanic – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: BAIR-tah
Berta is a Germanic girl's name meaning “bright”. It appears in 3 of our baby name lists.
Meaning & Origin of Berta
Meaning: Bright.
Origin: Germanic.
A common claim: Meaning 'bright, famous.' Actually: The 'famous' part isn't supported; the Germanic root berhta means just 'bright one.'
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Berta
Phonetic: BAIR-tah IPA: /ˈbɛrtə/
Popularity of Berta
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
Lists That Include Berta
- 125+ Beautiful Girl Names That Start with B
- 175+ German Baby Girl Names That Are Quietly Making a Comeback
- New Year Baby Names for Fresh Starts
Similar Names
Blanche · Brigitte · Beryl · Brigid · Bea · Bridget
