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Bernardine
Bernardine is a feminine form of the name Bernard, meaning 'brave as a bear'. It conveys a sense of strength and determination, often associated with nurturing qualities and a fierce spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,128 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1925 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 1966 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | French, Latin |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
PA — 38%IL — 23%NY — 20%WI — 10%MI — 9%
Notable People
Bernardine de Saint-Pierre (French writer, known for *Paul et Virginie*) · Bernardine Evaristo (British author, known for *Girl, Woman, Other*) · Bernardine Dohrn (American activist, former leader of the Weather Underground) · Bernardine I. H. (Belgian mathematician and educator) · Sister Bernardine (founder of the Bernardine Sisters in the U.S.)
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