Bertha vs John
Bertha
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Bright, famous
Peak: 1883 (1.40%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Bertha | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 1.35% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 1.18% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.95% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 0.63% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 0.37% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 0.22% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 0.15% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.08% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.04% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.02% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.01% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | - | 1.35% |
| 2000 | - | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Bertha or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Bertha peaked in 1883 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Bertha and John mean?
Bertha means "Bright, famous" while John means "God is gracious".