Berta
BER-tah
Popularity
#10373
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
7,277
Peak Year
#132 in 1926
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Berta is a Germanic name, a short form of names containing the element *beraht*, meaning "bright," "famous," or "illustrious."
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Berta Benz
German automotive pioneer and inventor
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