Bertrand Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBERT-rənd / /ˈbɛrtɹənd/French; Germanic
Meaning
French: bright raven; Germanic: noble warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Bertrand has roots in both French and Germanic cultures. It was popularized in France during the Middle Ages and has been borne by several notable historical figures. The name has variations in different languages, reflecting its widespread use across Europe. Bertrand has also been associated with nobility and chivalry due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
The name Bertrand has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over the past century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bert
- Bertie
International Variants
- Bertrand (French)
- Bertrando (Italian)
- Bertrande (French)
Famous people named Bertrand
Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher and logician known for his work in mathematical logic and analytic philosophy.
Bertrand de Jouvenel was a French philosopher and political economist recognized for his contributions to political theory.
Bertrand Piccard is a Swiss psychiatrist and balloonist, famous for co-piloting the first non-stop flight around the world in a hot air balloon.
Bertrand Tavernier was a French film director known for his influential works in cinema.
Fictional characters named Bertrand
Bertrand is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem', known for his role as a strategist.
Bertrand is a character in the novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas, serving as a minor antagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bertrand was first seen in the United States in 1880. Bertrand has ranked as high as #821 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Maine, Louisiana, New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. In the past 5 years the name Bertrand has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bertrand (2006)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 11 |
1881 | 6 |
1882 | 5 |
1883 | 5 |
1884 | 9 |
1885 | 5 |
1886 | 5 |
1889 | 7 |
1891 | 6 |
1892 | 9 |
1893 | 5 |
1894 | 7 |
1896 | 16 |
1897 | 10 |
1898 | 6 |
1899 | 7 |
1900 | 7 |
1901 | 7 |
1902 | 10 |
1903 | 9 |
1904 | 10 |
1905 | 8 |
1906 | 10 |
1907 | 6 |
1908 | 10 |
1909 | 11 |
1910 | 7 |
1911 | 18 |
1912 | 34 |
1913 | 37 |
1914 | 53 |
1915 | 52 |
1916 | 74 |
1917 | 61 |
1918 | 73 |
1919 | 71 |
1920 | 86 |
1921 | 89 |
1922 | 90 |
1923 | 70 |
1924 | 95 |
1925 | 93 |
1926 | 67 |
1927 | 79 |
1928 | 79 |
1929 | 82 |
1930 | 61 |
1931 | 65 |
1932 | 67 |
1933 | 61 |
1934 | 69 |
1935 | 65 |
1936 | 73 |
1937 | 56 |
1938 | 48 |
1939 | 38 |
1940 | 58 |
1941 | 43 |
1942 | 53 |
1943 | 48 |
1944 | 52 |
1945 | 48 |
1946 | 48 |
1947 | 40 |
1948 | 57 |
1949 | 39 |
1950 | 43 |
1951 | 43 |
1952 | 50 |
1953 | 39 |
1954 | 39 |
1955 | 37 |
1956 | 28 |
1957 | 45 |
1958 | 41 |
1959 | 38 |
1960 | 25 |
1961 | 32 |
1962 | 34 |
1963 | 31 |
1964 | 39 |
1965 | 32 |
1966 | 47 |
1967 | 34 |
1968 | 26 |
1969 | 35 |
1970 | 29 |
1971 | 34 |
1972 | 31 |
1973 | 31 |
1974 | 21 |
1975 | 29 |
1976 | 18 |
1977 | 21 |
1978 | 16 |
1979 | 19 |
1980 | 20 |
1981 | 18 |
1982 | 13 |
1983 | 17 |
1984 | 12 |
1985 | 15 |
1986 | 13 |
1987 | 11 |
1988 | 18 |
1989 | 17 |
1990 | 16 |
1991 | 12 |
1992 | 17 |
1993 | 7 |
1994 | 5 |
1995 | 11 |
1996 | 13 |
1997 | 8 |
1998 | 7 |
1999 | 9 |
2000 | 5 |
2001 | 7 |
2003 | 7 |
2004 | 6 |
2005 | 7 |
2006 | 10 |
2007 | 6 |
2009 | 7 |
2010 | 7 |
2011 | 6 |
2012 | 10 |
2013 | 6 |
2014 | 6 |
2015 | 5 |
2016 | 11 |
2017 | 7 |
2018 | 5 |
2019 | 11 |
2021 | 10 |