Holding steady, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Bergen since 1928
Babies named Bergen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 0 | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 6 | 0 |
| 1980s | 42 | 0 |
| 1990s | 110 | 32 |
| 2000s | 174 | 223 |
| 2010s | 131 | 100 |
| 2020s | 88 | 43 |
Meaning & origin
Bergen is a modern given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979. As of 2025, it reached its peak rank at 4661st, with about 1 in 55,423 newborns receiving the name. The name has been consistently rare but stable in use, showing no dramatic rise or fall. It is most popular in the state of Nebraska. The name likely originates from the city of Bergen, Norway, or from a Scandinavian surname, reflecting a pattern of adopting geographic or family names as first names. Bergen's unisex appeal is balanced with a strong, crisp sound that fits contemporary naming trends.
Bergen is a modern given name, likely derived from the Norwegian city Bergen or from a Scandinavian surname. It gained some use as a first name in the United States from the late 20th century onward. The name is unisex but more commonly given to boys, though it has seen occasional use for girls as well.
Where Bergen is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Berg
Sibling names for Bergen
Names that share Bergen's style, for a brother or sister.
