Berl
boy name#5608 in 2025Berl entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1396 in 1917, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#5608
rank today
#1396
peak (1917)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1869 |
| 1920s | #1680 |
| 1930s | #1917 |
| 1940s | #2137 |
| 1950s | #2752 |
| 1960s | #3214 |
| 1970s | #5355 |
| 1980s | #5206 |
| 1990s | #8511 |
| 2000s | #8562 |
| 2010s | #6368 |
| 2020s | #5417 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Berl has been most popular in NY.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Berl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Berl alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Berl in 2025?
- Berl ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Berl most popular?
- Berl peaked in 1917, reaching #1396 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Berl with classmates?
- Berl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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