Bertram
Bertram: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɜːtɹəm/ · /ˈbɜɹtɹəm/
Meaning and origin of Bertram
Root meaning: “bright”
- A male given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
From Proto-Germanic *berhtaz (“bright”) + *hrabnaz (“raven”).
How popular is Bertram?
Since 1880, 7,955 boys in the U.S. have been named Bertram. Its highest rank for boys was #337 in 1895. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Bertram FAQ
What does the name Bertram mean?
Bertram traces back to a root meaning "bright". A male given name from the Germanic languages. From Proto-Germanic *berhtaz (“bright”) + *hrabnaz (“raven”).
What is the origin of the name Bertram?
Bertram is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Bertram?
Since 1880, 7,955 boys in the U.S. have been named Bertram. Its highest rank for boys was #337 in 1895. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Bertram a boy or girl name?
Bertram is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 7,955 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.