Bernardo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationber-NAR-do / bɛrˈnɑːrdoʊSpanish; Italian; Portuguese
Meaning
Brave as a bear (Germanic); Bold as a bear (Italian)
Historical & Cultural Background
Bernardo is derived from the Germanic name Bernhard, which combines the elements 'bern' meaning bear and 'hard' meaning brave or strong. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, where it has been used since the Middle Ages. It has also been adopted in Italy and Portugal, reflecting the name's widespread appeal across different regions. The name has been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
Bernardo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bernard
- Bernie
International Variants
- Bernardo (Spanish)
- Bernardo (Italian)
- Bernardo (Portuguese)
Famous people named Bernardo
Bernardo O'Higgins was a Chilean independence leader and the first Supreme Director of Chile.
Bernardo Bertolucci was an Italian film director known for his work on films such as 'The Last Emperor'.
Bernardo Silva is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays for Manchester City and the Portugal national team.
Bernardo de Galvez was a Spanish military leader who played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War.
Fictional characters named Bernardo
Bernardo is a character in William Shakespeare's play 'Hamlet', serving as a guard at Elsinore.
Bernardo is a character in the musical 'West Side Story', representing the Puerto Rican community.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bernardo was first seen in the United States in 1888. Bernardo has ranked as high as #1010 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Bernardo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bernardo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 32 | |
| CA | 20 | |
| MA | 20 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 27 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 39 |
| 1919 | 34 |
| 1920 | 40 |
| 1921 | 32 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 45 |
| 1924 | 34 |
| 1925 | 42 |
| 1926 | 36 |
| 1927 | 42 |
| 1928 | 47 |
| 1929 | 43 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 42 |
| 1932 | 37 |
| 1933 | 25 |
| 1934 | 30 |
| 1935 | 35 |
| 1936 | 27 |
| 1937 | 35 |
| 1938 | 26 |
| 1939 | 35 |
| 1940 | 29 |
| 1941 | 33 |
| 1942 | 33 |
| 1943 | 41 |
| 1944 | 41 |
| 1945 | 47 |
| 1946 | 53 |
| 1947 | 54 |
| 1948 | 52 |
| 1949 | 65 |
| 1950 | 50 |
| 1951 | 48 |
| 1952 | 63 |
| 1953 | 51 |
| 1954 | 70 |
| 1955 | 55 |
| 1956 | 52 |
| 1957 | 52 |
| 1958 | 76 |
| 1959 | 83 |
| 1960 | 68 |
| 1961 | 68 |
| 1962 | 75 |
| 1963 | 77 |
| 1964 | 81 |
| 1965 | 83 |
| 1966 | 70 |
| 1967 | 85 |
| 1968 | 74 |
| 1969 | 93 |
| 1970 | 93 |
| 1971 | 105 |
| 1972 | 106 |
| 1973 | 112 |
| 1974 | 115 |
| 1975 | 111 |
| 1976 | 131 |
| 1977 | 93 |
| 1978 | 91 |
| 1979 | 115 |
| 1980 | 144 |
| 1981 | 145 |
| 1982 | 115 |
| 1983 | 127 |
| 1984 | 102 |
| 1985 | 109 |
| 1986 | 157 |
| 1987 | 124 |
| 1988 | 164 |
| 1989 | 180 |
| 1990 | 178 |
| 1991 | 193 |
| 1992 | 162 |
| 1993 | 202 |
| 1994 | 236 |
| 1995 | 240 |
| 1996 | 212 |
| 1997 | 192 |
| 1998 | 193 |
| 1999 | 169 |
| 2000 | 173 |
| 2001 | 189 |
| 2002 | 195 |
| 2003 | 164 |
| 2004 | 197 |
| 2005 | 182 |
| 2006 | 188 |
| 2007 | 202 |
| 2008 | 170 |
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 140 |
| 2011 | 138 |
| 2012 | 118 |
| 2013 | 132 |
| 2014 | 108 |
| 2015 | 131 |
| 2016 | 137 |
| 2017 | 125 |
| 2018 | 140 |
| 2019 | 164 |
| 2020 | 114 |
| 2021 | 121 |
| 2022 | 146 |
| 2023 | 146 |
| 2024 | 143 |