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Bertram

American  
[bur-truhm] / ˈbɜr trəm /

noun

  1. a first name: from Germanic words meaning “bright” and “raven.”


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One exhibition space features a rarely shown oil painting which Central Library architect Bertram Goodhue commissioned to convince the library administration and board of commissioners to approve his eclectic building design.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 28, 2026

I half expected a Snidely Whiplash twirl of the mustache or a Bertram Oleander sidewise glance and sneer.

From Salon Jan. 16, 2026

They had also defended Mark Nordlicht, the former head of Platinum Partners, where Javice’s boyfriend Elliot Bertram used to work.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 24, 2025

Science talked to Bertram, one of the scientists whose names were used on reviews of Malafaia’s papers, about his experience.

From Science Magazine Dec. 3, 2024

There were several spots in Forrestville that were prime for train watching, but Dill favored Bertram Park.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner

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