Berklee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Berklee is an English name that originates from the Old English words for 'birch tree' and 'meadow.' It has evolved through various forms, including Beorcleah and Berkley, before settling on its current form. The name is associated with creativity and music, especially due to the Berklee College of Music. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Berklee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Berklee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Berklee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15145th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6575th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2434th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Berklee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Berklee"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɜrklɪ/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Berklee is derived from the Old English words 'beorc,' meaning 'birch tree,' and 'leah,' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow.'
Meaning
Birch meadow
Language Evolution
Beorcleah, Berkley, Berklee
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, partly due to the establishment of the Berklee College of Music in 1945.
Variants & Derivatives
Berkley, Berkeley
Modern Popularity & Image
Berklee is often associated with music and creativity, largely due to its connection with the renowned music institution.
Famous People
Berklee College of Music alumni, including John Mayer and Quincy Jones.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Berklee"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Berklee"
"Berklee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15145th of 23106 | 27 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6575th of 35406 | 288 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2434th of 30306 | 898 |
Regional Popularity of "Berklee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Berklee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
63.09% 4614th/7313 |
67.55% 5041st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.88% 2027th/3984 |
- |
38.23% 2608th/6822 |
51.48% 3231st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Berklee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Berklee" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.