Berry
Meaning of Berry
Berry is an English unisex given name and surname derived from Old English bærie, originally denoting the small, edible fruit and, in place-name contexts, a fortified settlement. Pronounced BEHR-ee (/ˈbɛri/) in American English, it has maintained modest but steady use. SSA data indicates annual registrations between five and sixteen births dating back to the 1880s, with rankings typically in the 600–900 range; it peaked at rank 661 in 1985 and currently stands at rank 914 (ten occurrences) in 2024. As a concise, nature-inspired moniker with historical depth, Berry offers a neutral yet distinctive option for parents in the Anglo-American tradition. Despite its diminutive fruit namesake, Berry’s presence on the charts shows no sign of withering.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BEHR-ee (/ˈbɛri/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Berry
| Berry Gordy - |
| Berry Angriawan - |
| Berry Oakley - |
