Bertha
girl name#4546 in 2025Bertha entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #7 in 1883, ranks #4546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4546
rank today
#7
peak (1883)
30
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #8 |
| 1890s | #13 |
| 1900s | #23 |
| 1910s | #43 |
| 1920s | #71 |
| 1930s | #114 |
| 1940s | #161 |
| 1950s | #249 |
| 1960s | #403 |
| 1970s | #623 |
| 1980s | #941 |
| 1990s | #1272 |
| 2000s | #2613 |
| 2010s | #4406 |
| 2020s | #4620 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bertha has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 38,000 people named Bertha are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bertha alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bertha in 2025?
- Bertha ranks #4546 among US girl names in 2025, with 30 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bertha most popular?
- Bertha peaked in 1883, reaching #7 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bertha with classmates?
- Bertha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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