Bernardine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bernardine is a feminine name of Germanic origin meaning 'brave as a bear'. It evolved from Bernard and became popular in the Middle Ages due to the influence of Saint Bernard. The name suggests strength and bravery, but has no direct biblical relevance. It is less common in modern times, associated with resilience.
The name Bernardine is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bernardine has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Bernardine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 893rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 943rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1810th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6155th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Bernardine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bernardine"
Pronunciation
/ˌbɜːrnərˈdiːn/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Bernardine is derived from the Germanic elements 'bern' meaning 'bear' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'strong'. It is a feminine form of the name Bernard.
Meaning
brave as a bear
Language Evolution
Bernhard, Bernard, Bernardine
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Europe, due to the influence of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, a prominent medieval figure.
Variants & Derivatives
Bernard, Bernie, Bernadine
Modern Popularity & Image
Bernardine is considered a traditional name and is less common today. It carries an image of strength and resilience.
Famous People
Bernardine Dohrn, Bernardine Evaristo
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bernardine"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bernardine"
"Bernardine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 893rd of 9107 | 1,165 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 943rd of 9204 | 1,092 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1810th of 12526 | 661 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6155th of 19264 | 123 |
Regional Popularity of "Bernardine" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bernardine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
49.22% 697th/1416 |
39.52% 545th/1379 |
84.07% 1989th/2366 |
92.12% 1052nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
48.84% 755th/1546 |
36.83% 573rd/1556 |
67.96% 1599th/2353 |
73.17% 1132nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
78.49% 1748th/2227 |
55.76% 1355th/2430 |
71.12% 2029th/2853 |
92.22% 2559th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bernardine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bernardine" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.