Bernardo Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bernardo Name at a Glance

Name	Bernardo
Meaning	Strong as a bear.
Origin	Portuguese
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Bernardo Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bernardo means “Strong 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.

Bernardo Name Origin

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

Is Bernardo a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Bernardo

When considering Bernardo 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.