Bertie, of Germanic origin, is an appealing and distinctive given name for boys. It is traditionally derived from the medieval English name Bertram, which was formed from two Germanic elements: 'berht' meaning 'bright', and '-rām' signifying 'raven'. Over time, Bertie has evolved as a charming nickname or short form of Bertram, as well as an independent given name in its own right. This name gained popularity in the late 19th to mid-20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The name Bertie experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the course of these years. It peaked in the late 1880s and early 1890s, with a high of 16 births in 1889. However, it quickly declined thereafter, reaching a low of 5 births in several years between 1899 and 1979. The total number of births for the name Bertie over this period was 856.