Berkley
Berkley is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Birch tree meadow or birch wood clearing.
Origin and history
Berkley is an English name derived from a habitational surname meaning birch tree meadow. It has grown in popularity in the United States in recent years as a trendy surname-turned-given-name. Its soft ending and nature connection make it an appealing modern choice.
Popularity in the United States
5,510 babies in the United States have been named Berkley since 1880. It ranks #2317 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #801.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.8 %)
- UT (6.2 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
- NE (4.1 %)
- VA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 18 |
| 1980-1990 | 83 |
| 1990-2000 | 240 |
| 2000-2010 | 874 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,330 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,960 |
Nicknames
Berk, Berke
Fun facts
- The name originates from Old English words 'beorc' (birch) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow).
- Though used historically, Berkley has seen a noticeable rise as a U.S. feminine given name in the 2020s.