Bernis
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About Bernis
Bernis is an uncommon masculine name with multiple possible origins. It could be a variant of Bernie or Bernard, Germanic names meaning 'brave as a bear,' or possibly related to the French place name Bernis. In some cases, it might represent a masculine form of Bernice, which comes from Greek meaning 'bringer of victory.' The name has never been widely used, maintaining obscurity throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. This rarity gives Bernis a distinctive quality while still feeling familiar due to its similarity to more common names. Its soft ending creates a gentle impression while maintaining masculine associations through its connection to traditional male names.
Bernis is also given to girls.
Pronounced BER-nis.
As of October 2026, Bernis ranked #5175 for boys in US births in 1973 and #4101 for girls in US births in 1944 SSA, peaked at #1535 for boys in 1912 and #2743 for girls in 1920.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |