Bernie
BoyOrigin: Germanic · English
Meaning
“pet form of Bernard or Bernadette, from Germanic elements meaning 'bear' and 'brave'”
Cultural Notes
Used in Ireland as a name in its own right, often as a pet form of Bernadette
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1940s
Community likes: 0
Famous People Named Bernie
- Bernie Sanders (US senator), Bernie Mac (comedian)
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