Bertho

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Name
Bertho
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
2

The name Bertho is a diminutive of Berthold and carries the meaning 'the radiant ruler'. This origin goes back to the Old High German words beraht, meaning 'shining' or 'famous', and waltan, meaning 'to rule' or 'to govern'.

What does the name Bertho mean?

Bertho, a short form of Berthold, means 'the radiant ruler' and has its roots in Old High German, where beraht stands for 'shining, famous' and waltan stands for 'to rule, to govern'.

Where does the name Bertho come from?

The name Bertho comes from Old High German and means 'the radiant ruler'.

How do you pronounce Bertho?

The pronunciation of Bertho is two syllables and has an open sound. The name is pronounced as 'Ber-tho' [ˈbɛʁto], where the compact initial structure connects with a rounded -o. The open ending gives a harmonious resonance, making Bertho feel warm, present, down-to-earth, and memorable.

When is the name day of Bertho?

The name day of Bertho is celebrated on March 29, July 27, and December 14.

Popularity

In Germany, Bertho is considered a rather rare name. It has not found a place in the German first name charts so far. Its best ranking was in 1935 at 677th place in the French name charts. Between 1930 and 2024, Bertho was given about 20 times in France, earning it 3,800th place. However, in the last ten years, no child has received this name.

Famous people

  • Bertho Driever (musician)

Frequently asked questions about the name Bertho

What is the meaning of Bertho?

Bertho is a short form of Berthold and means 'the radiant ruler'.

Where does the name Bertho come from?

The name Bertho has its roots in Old High German, an early form of the German language.

How popular is the name Bertho?

Bertho is a rare name that is less frequently given nowadays, but it has a classic appeal.

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