Indian name meaning
Bernard
♂ BoyBer·nard · 2 syllables
Brave as a bear
- Origin
- German
- Most used by
- Christian families
- Commonly used in
- Christian families across India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Creative, sociable and optimistic — gifted with words, art and lifting the mood.
The letters of Bernard add up to 21, which reduces to 3.
About the name Bernard
Bernard is a boy's name of German origin, most commonly given in Christian families and popular in Christian families across India. It carries the meaning “Brave as a bear.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Bernard has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bernard mean?
Bernard means “Brave as a bear.” It is a boy's name of German origin.
Is Bernard a boy or a girl name?
Bernard is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Bernard?
Bernard is of German origin and is most commonly used in Christian families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Bernard?
In the Chaldean system, Bernard has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
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