Bernhard: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A bear name meaning brave as a bear, strong and fearless.
- Origin
- German
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #12485
- Peak
- #591 in 1887
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Bernhard Means
Bernhard is a boy name of German origin. A bear name meaning brave as a bear, strong and fearless.
How Popular Bernhard Is
Bernhard currently ranks #12485 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #591 in 1887. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Bernhard
- At its most popular, Bernhard reached #591 in the U.S. in 1887.
- Bernhard is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Bernhard is a name from the Germanic tradition.
Names Like Bernhard
Other German names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Bernhard
German names that pair well as a brother or sister to Bernhard.
Questions About Bernhard
What does Bernhard mean?
Bernhard is a boy name of German origin. A bear name meaning brave as a bear, strong and fearless.
How popular is Bernhard?
Bernhard currently ranks #12485 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #591 in 1887. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Bernhard come from?
Bernhard comes from German roots. At its most popular, Bernhard reached #591 in the U.S. in 1887.
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