US Popularity Rank: 12272

Origin: German

Meaning: Bright, shining

Bertina is a girl’s name of German origin. It’s a shortened form of Bertha, which derives from the Old German word berhta, meaning “bright, shining.” This was the name of sixth-century saint Bertha of Kent, who played a major role in spreading Christianity throughout Anglo-Saxon England. Bertha was once a hugely popular name, remaining in the top 100 from the 1880s until the 1930s, and ranking at seventh place in 1883. However, it has since fallen out of favor and has not ranked in the top 1000 names since 1985. Bertina is a sweet diminutive that allows you to pay tribute to the classic Bertha while adding an extra touch of elegance to the name.