NAME PROFILE
Bernardo
Bernardo is a name of Italian and Spanish origin meaning 'brave as a bear.' It conveys strength, courage, and a protective nature, often associated with someone who is a leader and a source of support to others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 11,175 |
| Gender | Male (75% / 25%) |
| Peak year | 1995 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 31%CA — 26%NY — 16%IL — 13%FL — 13%
Notable People
Bernardo O'Higgins (Chilean independence leader) · Bernardo Bertolucci (Italian film director) · Bernardo Silva (Portuguese footballer) · Bernardo de Galvez (Spanish military leader) · Bernardo J. O'Higgins (Chilean politician)
Nicknames & Diminutives
BernieNardo
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