How Many People Are Named Berish?

Complete statistics for the name Berish: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Berish
Very Rare
Hebrew

Berish is a rare name, originating from Hebrew, that's seen mostly in the United States. Only 1 in 1,289,235 Americans carry this name, making it very exclusive among the 256 people alive today. It's a rising trend, peaking in 2023 with 23 births.

~624
Living in US
1 in 531,169
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Hebrew name meaning 'lion'
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Ruby
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Strong
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 traditionally represents introspection, spirituality, and wisdom.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

294
Worldwide Bearers
#514,566
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
192
🇮🇱 Israel
39
🇬🇧 England
17
🇮🇳 India
15
🇨🇦 Canada
14
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
4
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
3
🇵🇰 Pakistan
3
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
2
🇦🇺 Australia
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
256 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
230
Would be under 30 (88%)
30
Would be 30–60 (12%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 260 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
8
Modern Appeal
100
International
66

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Berish Through the Generations

Berish, a name that's been around for generations but has gained significant traction in recent years, stands out for its rarity and modern appeal. With only 260 recorded births throughout history, it's a name that's truly unique. The majority of those named Berish are under 30, indicating a strong preference for this name among younger parents. In 2023, the name saw its peak with 23 births, suggesting a growing interest in this distinctive moniker. As of now, there are 256 people named Berish living in the U.S., with most falling within the under-30 age bracket, making it a genuinely modern choice.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 165

✨ Similar Names to Berish

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Berish's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Berish

How Many People Have the Name Berish?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 624 people in the United States currently share the name Berish. That works out to roughly 1 in every 531,169 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Berish a Common or Rare Name?

Berish is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Berish Mean?

Berish means "Hebrew name meaning 'lion'" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Berish in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Berish Most Popular?

The name Berish reached peak popularity in 2023, with 23 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Berish?

Approximately 624 people named Berish live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 624. That works out to roughly 1 in 531,169 Americans.

Is Berish a rare name?

Berish is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 531,169 Americans has this name.

What does the name Berish mean?

Berish means "Hebrew name meaning 'lion'" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Berish more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Berish are male and 0% are female.

When was Berish most popular?

Berish peaked in 2023 with 23 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US624
All-Time Births624
1 in X1 in 531,169
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2023
World Rank#514,566
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.