Bernie Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bernie Name at a Glance

Name	Bernie
Meaning	Diminutive of Bernard: Brave as a bear.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Bernie Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bernie means “Diminutive of Bernard: Brave as a bear”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Bernie Name Origin

Our database records Bernie under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Bernie a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Bernie is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Bernie

When considering Bernie for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.