The name Berkley is a girl's name meaning "where birches grow".

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Berkeley, with an extra E, is the more familiar variation of this name, associated with the California school. But it's the streamlined Berkley that has proven itself to be more popular as a baby name, at least in the US.
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This name is pronounced BARK-lee in the UK, while in the US we say BIRK-lee.

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The name Berkley is currently ranked #879 in U.S. births. and peaked for girls at #798 in 2021. The name is most popular in BERKLEY, BERKLEY, and BERKLEY. Berkley is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

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Berkley is a masculine name derived from an English surname and place name, originally meaning 'birch tree meadow' or 'birch clearing' in Old English. This nature-inspired name carries associations with the outdoors, woodland settings, and English heritage. While traditionally used for boys, Berkley has occasionally crossed over as a feminine name in recent years, following the trend of surname-as-first-name. The name has gained some modest popularity as parents seek distinctive alternatives to more common choices like Berkeley or Bradley. Its connection to the prestigious University of California, Berkeley, may appeal to academically-minded parents. Berkley projects a sophisticated, preppy image while maintaining strong ties to the natural world through its etymological roots in the landscape of medieval England.

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The name Berkley is currently ranked #988 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #988 in 1891. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in BERKLEY, BERKLEY, and BERKLEY. Berkley is also used for girls, ranking #879 in 2024 (more popular).

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