Find out how popular the first name Bertha has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Bertha by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Bertha is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Bertha being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 27 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Bertha.

The history of the first name Bertha

The given name Bertha has its origins in the Germanic languages, tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root "berhta" meaning "bright" or "shining." It was a popular name among the Franks, Burgundians, and other Germanic tribes during the Early Middle Ages.

The name Bertha is thought to have first appeared in written records around the 6th century AD. One of the earliest known examples is Bertha of Kent, the Queen of Kent in the early 7th century, who played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in England.

In the 8th century, Bertha of Val d'Or (also known as Bertha the Great) was a Countess of Burgundy and a prominent figure in the Carolingian dynasty. She founded several monasteries and churches, including the Abbey of Val d'Or.

Bertha was also the name of several queens and princesses throughout European history. Bertha of Swabia (907-966) was the Queen of Burgundy and the mother of Conrad I, the first ruler of the Kingdom of Germany.

Another notable figure was Bertha of Savoy (1051-1087), who was the Queen of Germany and Italy as the wife of Henry IV, Holy Roman Emperor. She played a crucial role in mediating conflicts between her husband and the papacy during the Investiture Controversy.

In the 12th century, Bertha of Brittany (1114-1158) was the Duchess of Brittany and the mother of Constance of Brittany, who later became the wife of Geoffrey Plantagenet, the father of King Henry II of England.

These are just a few examples of the historical figures who bore the name Bertha. The name has been used across various European cultures and has a rich history dating back to the Early Middle Ages.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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