Bergen

“A name derived from a Norwegian city meaning 'mountain'.”

Norway origin · Unisex name

♂ 44% boys♀ 56% girls

#8399US 2022

9Births / yr

↓Falling

845All-time births

📅 Since 197900

How to pronounce Bergen

BER·gun

/ˈbɝ.ɡən/ · stress on BER · 2 syllables

“A name derived from a Norwegian city meaning 'mountain'.”

Norway origin · Unisex name

What does Bergen mean and where does it come from?

Bergen is both a geographic name and a given name, derived from the Norwegian city of Bergen, which itself comes from the Old Norse word for 'mountain.' It gained popularity in the English-speaking world, particularly in the United States. Bergen is also a surname and has been used as a place name,

Cultural significance

Bergen has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Norway-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a name derived from a norwegian city meaning 'mountain'..

Peak popularity

Reached #4862 in 2001 — currently #8399 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Bergen?

Bergen works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bergen Grace

How popular is Bergen right now?

Falling — down 1647 spots — currently #8399 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2022#8399 · Top 6.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#8399	9	▼ down 1647 · -25% births
2021	#6752	12	▲ up 2814 · +20% births
2020	#9566	10	▼ down 3507 · -52% births
2015	#6059	21	▲ up 1872 · +40% births
2010	#7931	15	▼ down 1352 · -17% births
2005	#6579	18	▼ down 34 · +13% births
2000	#6545	16	▲ up 3144 · +100% births
1995	#9689	8	▲ up 687 · +14% births
1990	#10376	7	▼ down 1038 · +17% births
1980	#9338	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Bergen

Best Year2015Rank #6059

Peak Count21

Average Rank#8123

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202210 years

The story of Bergen

Bergen is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1979. With 845 total births recorded, Bergen remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9338 in 1980 to #8399 in 2022. Bergen is used for both genders: 56% female and 44% male.

Names that peaked alongside Bergen in 2001:

Emily Madison Hannah Ashley Alexis

Bergen by decade

Bergen peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	5
1970s	6
1980s	42
1990s	142
2000s ★	397
2010s	229
2020s	24

💎Bergen has only 845 total recorded births since 1979 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Bergen?

Common

BerBeErgen

What names sound and feel like Bergen?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Bergen also consider these

Berten

France · Bright than, bold

Berken

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Berben

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Mergen

Mongolia · wisdom, knowledge

Hergen

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Ergen

German · A German name

Teigen

Norway · little hill

Behren

Germanic · From the village

Common questions about the name Bergen

What does the name Bergen mean?

Bergen means "A name derived from a Norwegian city meaning 'mountain'." — a name rooted in Norway tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Bergen?

Bergen is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Bergen have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Bergen?

Bergen originates from Norway tradition. Norway names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Bergen?

Bergen is a two-syllable name pronounced B ER1 G AH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Bergen trending right now?

Bergen is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.