US Popularity Rank: 18822

Origin: German

Meaning: Noble, bright, and famous

Short, sweet, and recognizable across the globe, Bert comes rich in German and English origins. Initially an affectionate nickname, Bert is now a fully independent first name. Derived from Germanic titles like Robert, Albert, Norbert, and Engelbert, to name a few, Bert comes brimming with flattering endearments. Meaning “bright,” “famous,” and “noble,” Bert is the ideal crown to give the apple of your eye. While Bert may typically have a more masculine association, it proves to go beyond the binary as an increasingly gender-neutral name.