Holding steady.
Popularity of Berdie since 1881
Babies named Berdie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Berdie's real moment was 1895.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 66 |
| 1890s | 96 |
| 1900s | 135 |
| 1910s | 236 |
| 1920s | 223 |
| 1930s | 180 |
| 1940s | 113 |
| 1950s | 57 |
| 1960s | 8 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Berdie is a late 19th-century diminutive that saw brief popularity in the United States, particularly during the 1890s. First recorded in 1881, it reached its peak rank in 1895, though specific rank data is unavailable. The name's trajectory has been stable since its decline, with no resurgence in recent decades. While no top states are recorded, Berdie likely followed the pattern of similar diminutives common in rural and small-town America. Today, it is rarely used, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an old-fashioned, vintage name.
Berdie is a 19th-century diminutive, likely derived from Bertha (meaning 'bright' in Old High German) or as a phonetic variant of Birdie. It gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1880s and 1890s, primarily as a feminine given name. Its use declined sharply after the early 20th century.
Sibling names for Berdie
Names that share Berdie's style, for a brother or sister.
