Bertel
boy nameBertel entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2259 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2259
peak (1916)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2895 |
| 1920s | #3437 |
| 1930s | #3726 |
| 1940s | #3495 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Bertel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Bertel alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bertel in 2025?
- Bertel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Bertel most popular?
- Bertel peaked in 1916, reaching #2259 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bertel with classmates?
- Bertel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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