Bertrand
Bertrand is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright raven or glorious raven.
Origin and history
Bertrand is a masculine name of French and Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning 'bright' and 'raven'. Historically popular in French-speaking regions and medieval Europe, it has a long history of traditional use. In the United States, it is a classic but rare name that has maintained a steady, low-volume presence over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
3,991 babies in the United States have been named Bertrand since 1880. It ranks #2002 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1917.
States where it is most popular
- ME (34.5 %)
- LA (19.5 %)
- NY (14.4 %)
- MA (11 %)
- NH (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 53 |
| 1890-1900 | 66 |
| 1900-1910 | 88 |
| 1910-1920 | 480 |
| 1920-1930 | 830 |
| 1930-1940 | 603 |
| 1940-1950 | 486 |
| 1950-1960 | 403 |
| 1960-1970 | 335 |
| 1970-1980 | 249 |
| 1980-1990 | 154 |
| 1990-2000 | 105 |
| 2000-2010 | 55 |
| 2010-2019 | 74 |
| 2020-2029 | 10 |
Famous people named Bertrand
- Bertrand Russell: Philosopher, Mathematician
- Bertrand Piccard: Explorer, Psychiatrist
Nicknames
Bert, Bertie
Fun facts
- Bertrand Russell was a world-renowned British philosopher, logician, and Nobel laureate.
- The name combines 'beraht' (bright/famous) and 'hramn' (raven), a bird closely associated with wisdom in Germanic lore.