Bertram Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBUR-tram / /ˈbɜːrtræm/German; Old English
Meaning
German: bright raven; Old English: illustrious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bertram has roots in both German and Old English, reflecting a blend of cultural influences. It was popular in medieval Europe, particularly in England and Germany. The name has been borne by various historical figures, contributing to its legacy. Its usage has declined in modern times but retains a classic charm.
Trend Summary
The name Bertram has seen a decline in popularity in the United States, with very few births recorded in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bert
- Bertie
International Variants
- Bertrando (Italian)
- Bertram (Dutch)
- Bertrame (French)
Famous people named Bertram
Bertram Russell was a British philosopher and logician known for his work in mathematical logic and analytic philosophy.
Bertram of Rennes was a medieval scholar and theologian recognized for his contributions to early Christian thought.
Bertram Wooster is a fictional character in P.G. Wodehouse's series, known for his humorous misadventures.
Bertram R. Brown was an American psychiatrist known for his work in mental health policy.
Fictional characters named Bertram
Bertram is a character in Shakespeare's play 'All's Well That Ends Well,' known for his reluctance to marry.
Bertram C. W. is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bertram was first seen in the United States in 1880. Bertram has ranked as high as #686 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and California. In the past 5 years the name Bertram has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bertram (1992)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 18 |
1881 | 15 |
1882 | 21 |
1883 | 18 |
1884 | 16 |
1885 | 19 |
1886 | 8 |
1887 | 17 |
1888 | 14 |
1889 | 18 |
1890 | 18 |
1891 | 13 |
1892 | 18 |
1893 | 13 |
1894 | 17 |
1895 | 30 |
1896 | 14 |
1897 | 13 |
1898 | 14 |
1899 | 15 |
1900 | 20 |
1901 | 13 |
1902 | 17 |
1903 | 18 |
1904 | 21 |
1905 | 27 |
1906 | 28 |
1907 | 25 |
1908 | 27 |
1909 | 27 |
1910 | 33 |
1911 | 52 |
1912 | 90 |
1913 | 95 |
1914 | 131 |
1915 | 159 |
1916 | 155 |
1917 | 203 |
1918 | 197 |
1919 | 184 |
1920 | 200 |
1921 | 195 |
1922 | 223 |
1923 | 228 |
1924 | 223 |
1925 | 194 |
1926 | 174 |
1927 | 177 |
1928 | 187 |
1929 | 141 |
1930 | 158 |
1931 | 141 |
1932 | 124 |
1933 | 127 |
1934 | 95 |
1935 | 96 |
1936 | 79 |
1937 | 76 |
1938 | 81 |
1939 | 86 |
1940 | 83 |
1941 | 83 |
1942 | 86 |
1943 | 63 |
1944 | 65 |
1945 | 66 |
1946 | 65 |
1947 | 73 |
1948 | 83 |
1949 | 77 |
1950 | 73 |
1951 | 86 |
1952 | 69 |
1953 | 84 |
1954 | 80 |
1955 | 83 |
1956 | 68 |
1957 | 62 |
1958 | 68 |
1959 | 63 |
1960 | 58 |
1961 | 61 |
1962 | 63 |
1963 | 59 |
1964 | 69 |
1965 | 62 |
1966 | 71 |
1967 | 61 |
1968 | 57 |
1969 | 64 |
1970 | 67 |
1971 | 53 |
1972 | 46 |
1973 | 42 |
1974 | 43 |
1975 | 37 |
1976 | 25 |
1977 | 26 |
1978 | 38 |
1979 | 25 |
1980 | 18 |
1981 | 28 |
1982 | 37 |
1983 | 32 |
1984 | 28 |
1985 | 17 |
1986 | 20 |
1987 | 18 |
1988 | 17 |
1989 | 19 |
1990 | 15 |
1991 | 31 |
1992 | 22 |
1993 | 14 |
1994 | 20 |
1995 | 14 |
1996 | 15 |
1997 | 19 |
1998 | 13 |
1999 | 9 |
2000 | 7 |
2002 | 7 |
2003 | 9 |
2004 | 7 |
2005 | 11 |
2006 | 10 |
2007 | 10 |
2008 | 7 |
2010 | 9 |
2012 | 11 |
2013 | 7 |
2014 | 7 |
2015 | 13 |
2016 | 6 |
2018 | 5 |
2019 | 12 |
2020 | 9 |
2021 | 6 |
2022 | 9 |
2023 | 5 |
2024 | 10 |