Find out how popular the first name Berton has been for the last 36 years (from 1974 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Berton by gender

Based on the last 36 years of data, Berton is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Berton.

The history of the first name Berton

The name Berton is of English origin, derived from the Old English words "beor" meaning "bear" and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement". It was originally a surname that referred to a place where bears were kept or a bear-inhabited area.

In the Middle Ages, Berton emerged as a given name, likely influenced by the widespread practice of adopting surnames as first names during that period. The earliest recorded use of Berton as a first name dates back to the 13th century in England.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name Berton was Berton de Revel, a 13th-century English knight and landowner mentioned in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, a survey of landowners during the reign of King Edward I.

In the 14th century, Berton appeared in the records of the Chancery Court of London, where a man named Berton atte Wode was mentioned in a legal case in 1371.

During the Renaissance period, the name Berton gained prominence with the English author and poet Berton Braley (1882-1966), known for his humorous and satirical works. He was a prolific writer and contributed to numerous publications, including Life, The Saturday Evening Post, and Harper's Magazine.

Another notable figure with the name Berton was Berton Roueché (1910-1994), an American writer and journalist who worked for The New Yorker magazine. He is best known for his non-fiction works, particularly those exploring medical mysteries and scientific puzzles.

In the field of politics, Berton Kasemann (1928-2018) was a Canadian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba from 1966 to 1977.

The name Berton also has ties to the world of sports. Berton Churchill (1876-1940) was an American rower who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics in St. Louis, winning a gold medal in the coxed fours event.

While not as common as some other names, Berton has a rich history and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including authors, journalists, politicians, and athletes, spanning several centuries.

Data source

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