Bertin, derived from the Germanic words 'berht' meaning bright or famous, and '-helm' denoting helmet, is a unique and historic given name. It is believed to have originated as a short form of Germanic compound names beginning with these elements, such as Bertold or Bertoald. The name gained prominence in France during the Middle Ages, particularly in Normandy, where it was often used by nobles and members of the clergy. Today, Bertin remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and uncommon.
The name Bertin experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with periods of high and low birth counts. The most popular years were recently, with a peak of 18 births in 2003 and 11 births in both 2009 and 2022. However, there are also several years with only 5 or fewer births each, the latest being 2017 to 2021. Overall, there were a total of 330 births named Bertin over this period.