Birdie
Birdie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Birdie
Root meaning: “little bird”
- A female given name from English.
Etymology
From birdie (“little bird”). Also used as a diminutive of Bertha.
How popular is Birdie?
Since 1880, 14,708 girls and 106 boys in the U.S. have been named Birdie (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #152 in 1882. Its highest rank for boys was #1096 in 1895. In 2025 it ranked #670 for girls, with 422 babies given the name.
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Birdie FAQ
What does the name Birdie mean?
Birdie traces back to a root meaning "little bird". A female given name from English. From birdie (“little bird”). Also used as a diminutive of Bertha.
What is the origin of the name Birdie?
Birdie is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Birdie?
Since 1880, 14,708 girls and 106 boys in the U.S. have been named Birdie (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #152 in 1882. Its highest rank for boys was #1096 in 1895. In 2025 it ranked #670 for girls, with 422 babies given the name.
Is Birdie a boy or girl name?
Birdie is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,708 girls and 106 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.