Birdie: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced BER-dee · 2 syllables
Birdie means “little bird”, from English.
From birdie (“little bird”). Also used as a diminutive of Bertha.
- Meaning
- little bird
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- BER-dee
- US rank (2025)
- #670
- US babies a year
- about 388 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1880
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Birdie?
Birdie was the #670 name in the US in 2025, given to 422 babies. It’s rising: up 942% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1880.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #670 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Birdie?
Half of US adults named Birdie are older than 77; most are between 46 and 93. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Birdie
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Birdie
What does the name Birdie mean?
Birdie means “little bird”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Birdie?
Birdie is pronounced BER-dee.
How popular is the name Birdie?
Birdie was the #670 name in the US in 2025, given to 422 babies. It’s rising: up 942% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1880.
How old are people named Birdie?
Half of US adults named Birdie are older than 77. Most are between 46 and 93.