Berthe Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBERT-uh / /ˈbɛr.tə/German; French
Meaning
German: bright; noble; French: bright one
Historical & Cultural Background
Berthe is derived from the Germanic name Berhta, which means 'bright' or 'noble'. It has been used in various forms across Europe, particularly in France and Germany. The name was popularized in the Middle Ages and has historical significance in royal lineages. In contemporary times, it remains a classic name, though less common than in previous centuries.
Trend Summary
Berthe has seen a decline in popularity in the United States, becoming quite rare in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bertha
- Bertie
International Variants
- Berthe (French)
- Bertha (English)
- Bertina (Italian)
Famous people named Berthe
Berthe Morisot was a French painter and a key figure in the Impressionist movement.
Berthe von Suttner was an Austrian pacifist and the first woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Fictional characters named Berthe
Berthe is a character in the opera 'La fille du régiment' by Gaetano Donizetti.
Berthe is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Berthe was first seen in the United States in 1890. Berthe has ranked as high as #826 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Berthe has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Berthe (1914)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |