Berniece Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Berniece originates from the Greek name Berenice, meaning 'bringer of victory.' It has evolved through various historical forms, including Berenice and Bernice, highlighting its rich linguistic heritage. While it gained popularity in ancient times and saw a revival in the 19th century, it is now viewed as a vintage name with classic appeal. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name, and it is linked to notable figures in history.
The name Berniece is most popular in South Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Berniece 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, 'Berniece' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 343rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 597th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1927th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17789th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19262nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Berniece' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Berniece"
Pronunciation
/bərˈniːs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Berniece is derived from the Greek name Berenice, which means 'bringer of victory.' It is composed of the elements 'phero' meaning 'to bring' and 'nike' meaning 'victory.'
Meaning
bringer of victory
Language Evolution
Berenice, Bernice, Berniece
Historical Usage
The name Bernice was popular in ancient Greek history and has been used in various forms since the Hellenistic period. It saw a resurgence in popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Bernice, Berenice, Bernie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Berniece is considered a vintage name that evokes a sense of classic charm and elegance. It is less common now but is appreciated for its historical roots.
Famous People
Berniece Baker Miracle (Famous for being the daughter of Marilyn Monroe), Berniece Johnson Reagon (Civil rights activist and musician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Berniece"
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 "Berniece"
"Berniece" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 343rd of 9107 | 6,519 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 597th of 9204 | 2,427 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1927th of 12526 | 596 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8845th of 19264 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17789th of 27321 | 25 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19262nd of 35406 | 44 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Berniece" 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 "Berniece" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
14.48% 205th/1416 |
40.39% 557th/1379 |
19.36% 458th/2366 |
26.44% 302nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
28.65% 443rd/1546 |
59.06% 919th/1556 |
27.33% 643rd/2353 |
61.34% 949th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
82.22% 1831st/2227 |
- |
64.46% 1839th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Berniece"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Berniece" 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.