Bertil – Meaning and Origin
The name Bertil is of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse name Berthíll. The meaning of the name is “bright ruler” or “illustrious ruler”. It is a masculine given name that has been used in Scandinavia since the Middle Ages.
History and Popularity
Bertil was popularized by Swedish royalty in the 19th century. King Oscar II of Sweden had a son named Prince Bertil, who was born in 1859. He was known for his military service and his philanthropic work. He was also an avid sportsman and competed in sailing events at the 1912 Summer Olympics.
The name Bertil has remained popular in Scandinavia over the years, particularly in Sweden. According to data from Statistics Sweden, it was one of the top 100 most popular names for boys born in Sweden between 2000 and 2019. In 2019, it ranked #87 with 545 babies given the name.
Famous People Named Bertil
There are several famous people who have been given the name Bertil, including:
- Bertil Ohlin, a Swedish economist and Nobel Prize winner;
- Bertil Mårtensson, a Swedish actor;
- Bertil Lintner, a Swedish journalist and author;
- Bertil Andersson, a Swedish plant biologist; and
- Bertil Torekull, a Swedish historian.
Variations of the Name Bertil
The name Bertil can be shortened to Bert or Berty, while other variations include Bertell, Bertello, Bertellus, Bertelli, Birtel, Birtelius, Birteliusz, Birtelio, Birteliuszio, Birteliozio, Birteliusziozio and Birteliozios.
