Bright, famous
Derived from the Germanic element 'berht', meaning bright or illustrious. It was originally a short form of names like Bertha or Alberta and was popular in the late 19th century before becoming a rare vintage choice today.
Less common today
Berta isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,717 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Honduran environmental activist and indigenous leader
German artist and nun known for Hummel figurines
First woman to be solely awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
The sharp-tongued housekeeper · Two and a Half Men
Ministry of Magic employee · Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
