Bernhard
About Bernhard
Popular throughout Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Scandinavia, Bernhard has maintained its classic appeal for centuries. Several notable figures have carried this distinguished name, including composers, philosophers, and political leaders. While the English variant Bernard became more common in English-speaking countries, Bernhard retains the authentic Germanic spelling. The name conveys strength, resilience, and courage—timeless qualities that continue to attract parents seeking a name with historical depth.
Pronounced BERN-hard.
As of October 2026, Bernhard ranked #10957 in US births in 2021 SSA, peaked at #591 in 1887.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Bernhard on lists
Famous Bernhards
- Bernhard Heinrich Karl Martin von Bülow
German Chancellor
- Bernhard Max Friedrich August Gustav Ludwig Kraft (b. 1970)
Hereditary Prince of Baden
- Bernhard Carl "Bert" Trautmann
German footballer
- (Georg Friedrich) Bernhard Riemann
German mathematician
- Bernhard Häring
German theologian
- Bernhard Rogge
German WWII naval officer
- Lucian Bernhard
German graphic designer and typesetter