Bernadine Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bernadine Name at a Glance

Name	Bernadine
Meaning	Feminine form of Bernard: From an Old German compound meaning bear-hard, or brave as a bear.
Origin	German
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Bernadine Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bernadine means “Feminine form of Bernard: From an Old German compound meaning bear-hard, or 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.

Bernadine Name Origin

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

Is Bernadine a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Bernadine

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