Bern
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About Bern
Bern is a feminine name with Germanic roots, derived from the word 'bero' meaning 'bear.' It's also the name of the capital city of Switzerland, which gives it a cosmopolitan, European flair. As a given name, Bern is quite uncommon, making it a distinctive choice. It carries connotations of strength and endurance, qualities associated with its bear-related etymology. Bern can also be considered a shortened form of names like Bernadette or Bernarda, though it stands confidently on its own. Its brevity makes it modern and straightforward while its heritage provides depth and character.
Bern for boys
Hip short form of Bernard, also Swiss place-name.
Pronounced BERN.
As of October 2026, Bern ranked #3993 in US births in 1966 SSA, peaked at #3057 in 1958.
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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Bern on lists
Famous Berns
- BernNadette StanisGirl
American actress
Bern in pop culture
- BernBoy
Switzerland
- "Feel the BernBoy
" political slogan of U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders