Berthold
boy nameBerthold entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #1373 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1908–2025
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rank today
#1373
peak (1908)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1373 |
| 1910s | #2210 |
| 1920s | #3037 |
| 1930s | #3149 |
| 1940s | #3367 |
| 1950s | #3870 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Berthold are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Berthold alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Berthold in 2025?
- Berthold is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Berthold most popular?
- Berthold peaked in 1908, reaching #1373 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Berthold with classmates?
- Berthold will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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