Bertalan
“brave, strong — from Bertalan”
Hungarian origin · Boy name
#1640US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
How to pronounce Bertalan
ber-taw-lawn
/ber-taw-lawn/ · · 3 syllables
“brave, strong — from Bertalan”
Hungarian origin · Boy name
What does Bertalan mean and where does it come from?
Bertalan is derived from the Old Greek name Bartholomaios, meaning 'son of the furrow'.
Cultural significance
Bertalan is a traditional Hungarian name, often associated with historical figures and cultural heritage in Hungary.
Peak popularity
Reached #1640 in 2015 — currently #1640 in the US.
How else can you spell Bertalan?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Bertalan?
Bertalan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Bertalan Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Bertalan John
One syllable · timeless choice
Bertalan Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Bertalan Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Bertalan Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
Bertalan Kai
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Bertalan right now?
Holding steady — currently #1640 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Bertalan is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Bertalan?
CROATIAN
Bartol
DUTCH
BartBartelMeesMies
ENGLISH
BartTolly
HUNGARIAN
BartaBartalBertók
Famous people named Bertalan
BS
Bertalan Székely
A Hungarian painter known for his historical and mythological themes in the 19th century.
BF
Bertalan Farkas
The first Hungarian cosmonaut, who flew in space in 1980.
What names sound and feel like Bertalan?
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Common questions about the name Bertalan
What does the name Bertalan mean?
Bertalan means "brave, strong — from Bertalan" — a name rooted in Hungarian 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 Bertalan?
Bertalan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Bertalan?
Bertalan originates from Hungarian tradition. Hungarian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Bertalan?
Bertalan pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Bertalan more of a girl or boy name?
Bertalan is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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