The name Bert is a girl's name of German, English, Dutch origin meaning "noble, bright; bright, glorious".

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Previously reserved for Ernie's companion on <em>Sesame Street</em>, Bert may find new life as a girl's name amid the rising trend of boyish nicknames for girls. With its short, spunky style, Bert fits alongside other vintage picks like Max and Lou. 

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The name Bert is currently ranked #977 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #799 in 1887. It is currently rising in popularity. Bert is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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The name Bert is a boy's name of English origin.

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A once-popular nickname for Albert and Bertram now being polished up by hip Brits, but still hibernating in the Land of Nerd over here. 

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The name Bert is currently ranked #966 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #47 in 1880. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in BERT. Bert is occasionally used for girls in 1960.

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