Berlin

Unisex

Berlin has been given to 3,431 babies in the U.S. since 1899. It peaked in 2011.

Meaning & origin /bəˈlɪn/

Origin: German

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

3,431

Peak year

2011 (102 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1899

10-year trend

▼ -33%

Gender split

52% girls / 48% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Berlin — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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15,968 babies since 1885

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FAQ

How popular is the name Berlin?

Berlin has been given to 3,431 babies in the U.S. since 1899. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Berlin peak?

Berlin peaked in 2011, when 102 babies were given the name.

Is Berlin a girl or boy name?

Berlin is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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