Berthold
Germanic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Berthold
The given name 'Berthold' means "bright ruler" or "famous ruler," derived from the Old High German elements *beraht* ("bright, famous") and *wald* ("rule").
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Etymology
The given name 'Berthold' means "bright ruler" or "famous ruler," derived from the Old High German elements *beraht* ("bright, famous") and *wald* ("rule"). It is historically used in German-speaking cultures and among Germanic Christian populations, notably borne by several medieval saints and nobles, including Saint Berthold of Mount Carmel.
Berthold currently ranks #3,995 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1919.
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