Roger Bergen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Roger Bergen — famous spear
483K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Roger Bergen is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Roger is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Roger is a masculine given name and a surname. The given name is derived from the Old French personal names Roger and Rogier. These names are of Germanic origin, derived from the elements hrōd, χrōþi ("fame", "renown", "honour") and gār, gēr ("spear", "lance") (Hrōþigēraz). The name was introduced into England by the Normans. In Normandy, the Frankish name had been reinforced by the Old Norse cognate Hróðgeirr. The name introduced into England replaced the Old English cognate Hroðgar. Roger became a very common given name during the Middle Ages. The surname Bergen: Bergen is a surname originating from several Germanic languages, from a word for "hill(s)" or "mountain(s)". Notable persons with this surname include: Beverley Bergen, New Zealand soprano opera singer Bill Bergen (1878–1943), American baseball player Bob Bergen (born 1964), American voice actor Candice Bergen (actress) (born 1946), American actress and model Candice Bergen (politician) (born 1964), Canadian federal politician David Bergen (born 1957), Canadian author Edgar Bergen (1903–1978), American actor and radio performer Fanny Dickerson Bergen (1846–1924), American folklorist, ethnobiol. Roger is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 483K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Roger reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Roger

Meaning: famous spear

Germanic

Roger is a masculine given name and a surname. The given name is derived from the Old French personal names Roger and Rogier. These names are of Germanic origin, derived from the elements hrōd, χrōþi ("fame", "renown", "honour") and gār, gēr ("spear", "lance") (Hrōþigēraz). The name was introduced into England by the Normans. In Normandy, the Frankish name had been reinforced by the Old Norse cognate Hróðgeirr. The name introduced into England replaced the Old English cognate Hroðgar. Roger became a very common given name during the Middle Ages.

Surname: Bergen

Germanic

Bergen is a surname originating from several Germanic languages, from a word for "hill(s)" or "mountain(s)". Notable persons with this surname include: Beverley Bergen, New Zealand soprano opera singer Bill Bergen (1878–1943), American baseball player Bob Bergen (born 1964), American voice actor Candice Bergen (actress) (born 1946), American actress and model Candice Bergen (politician) (born 1964), Canadian federal politician David Bergen (born 1957), Canadian author Edgar Bergen (1903–1978), American actor and radio performer Fanny Dickerson Bergen (1846–1924), American folklorist, ethnobiol.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Roger Bergen

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 Roger Bergen:

6
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Roger?
The first name Roger originates from Germanic. Roger is a masculine given name and a surname. The given name is derived from the Old French personal names Roger and Rogier. These names are of Germanic origin, derived from the elements hrōd, χrōþi ("fame", "renown", "honour") and gār, gēr ("spear", "lance") (Hrōþigēraz). The name was introduced into England by the Normans. In Normandy, the Frankish name had been reinforced by the Old Norse cognate Hróðgeirr. The name introduced into England replaced the Old English cognate Hroðgar. Roger became a very common given name during the Middle Ages.
When was Roger most popular?
The name Roger reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bergen?
The surname Bergen originates from Germanic. Bergen is a surname originating from several Germanic languages, from a word for "hill(s)" or "mountain(s)". Notable persons with this surname include: Beverley Bergen, New Zealand soprano opera singer Bill Bergen (1878–1943), American baseball player Bob Bergen (born 1964), American voice actor Candice Bergen (actress) (born 1946), American actress and model Candice Bergen (politician) (born 1964), Canadian federal politician David Bergen (born 1957), Canadian author Edgar Bergen (1903–1978), American actor and radio performer Fanny Dickerson Bergen (1846–1924), American folklorist, ethnobiol.
How common is the surname Bergen?
The surname Bergen is shared by approximately 6K people worldwide.
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