NAME PROFILE
Bernard
Bernard is a Germanic name meaning 'brave as a bear,' derived from the elements 'bern' (bear) and 'hard' (brave, hardy). It conveys a sense of strength and courage, often associated with leadership and resilience.
Key Stats
| Total births | 201,070 |
| Gender | Male (94% / 6%) |
| Peak year | 1924 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 20%IL — 20%TX — 20%CA — 20%PA — 20%
Notable People
Bernard Shaw (Playwright) · Bernard of Clairvaux (Monk) · Bernard Hopkins (Boxer) · Bernard Cribbins (Actor) · Bernard Baruch (Financier)
Nicknames & Diminutives
BernieBern
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