Bert Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bert Name at a Glance

Name	Bert
Meaning	Diminutive of Bertram: Brightly-coloured raven.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Bert Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bert means “Diminutive of Bertram: Brightly-coloured raven”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Bert Name Origin

Our database records Bert under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Bert a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Bert is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Bert

When considering Bert for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.