What is the origin of the name Berlin?

Berlin is a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Berlin?

Berlin is currently ranked #2847 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

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UnisexGermanic

Berlin

BER-lin

Popularity

#2847

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

3,373

Peak Year

#102 in 2011

First Recorded

1899

Style

Modern & Trendy, Earthy & Bohemian

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A German place name, derived from the Slavic word 'berl-', meaning 'swamp' or 'bog'.

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Berl Lin

Similar Names

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Personality Traits

SophisticatedModernCreativeUnique

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