Bertalan

A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1640US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
How to pronounce Bertalan
ber-taw-lawn
/ber-taw-lawn/ · · 3 syllables
A Hebrew name with cultural significance
Hebrew origin · Unisex name

What does Bertalan mean and where does it come from?

Bertalan is a name found across Hebrew cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Bertalan carries the heritage of Hebrew tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1640 in 2015 — currently #1640 in the US.
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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 Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Bertalan Rose
Floral · soft ending
Bertalan Mae
Sweet · timeless
Bertalan Claire
French influence · crisp
Bertalan Jane
Literary · strong
Bertalan Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Bertalan right now?

Holding steady — currently #1640 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1640 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#164010stable
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💎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

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Bertalan (historical community leader)
Bertalan led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Common questions about the name Bertalan

What does the name Bertalan mean?
Bertalan means "A Hebrew name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Hebrew tradition. Hebrew 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 a common or rare name?
Bertalan is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.