Charles Bertsch

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Charles Bertsch — free man
2.3 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Charles Bertsch is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Charles is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty. The surname Bertsch: Georg-Christof Bertsch (born 1959), German corporate identity and organizational behavior consultant George F. Bertsch (born 1942), American nuclear physicist Marguerite Bertsch (1889–1967), American screenwriter and film director Matthias Bertsch (born 1966), German-born Austrian musicologist Mike Bertsch, American ice hockey player and coach Shane Bertsch (born 1970), American golfer Tim Bertsch (born 1971), American musical composer and performer Bertsch-Oceanview, California, a census-designated place in Del Norte County, California, United States Charles is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 2.3 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Charles reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Charles

Meaning: free man

Germanic

From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty.

Surname: Bertsch

English

Georg-Christof Bertsch (born 1959), German corporate identity and organizational behavior consultant George F. Bertsch (born 1942), American nuclear physicist Marguerite Bertsch (1889–1967), American screenwriter and film director Matthias Bertsch (born 1966), German-born Austrian musicologist Mike Bertsch, American ice hockey player and coach Shane Bertsch (born 1970), American golfer Tim Bertsch (born 1971), American musical composer and performer Bertsch-Oceanview, California, a census-designated place in Del Norte County, California, United States

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Charles is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Charles by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Charles has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Charlie
  • Chuck
  • Carlo
  • Carlos
  • Karl
  • Karol

Notable People Named Charles Bertsch

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Charles Bertsch:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Charles?
The first name Charles originates from Germanic. From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty.
When was Charles most popular?
The name Charles reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bertsch?
The surname Bertsch originates from English. Georg-Christof Bertsch (born 1959), German corporate identity and organizational behavior consultant George F. Bertsch (born 1942), American nuclear physicist Marguerite Bertsch (1889–1967), American screenwriter and film director Matthias Bertsch (born 1966), German-born Austrian musicologist Mike Bertsch, American ice hockey player and coach Shane Bertsch (born 1970), American golfer Tim Bertsch (born 1971), American musical composer and performer Bertsch-Oceanview, California, a census-designated place in Del Norte County, California, United States
What are the origins of the name Charles Bertsch?
The name Charles Bertsch combines two different traditions: the first name Charles has Germanic roots, while the surname Bertsch originates from English.
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