Bernard
boy name#1362 in 2025Bernard entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #45 in 1919, ranks #1362 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1362
rank today
#45
peak (1919)
137
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #95 |
| 1890s | #83 |
| 1900s | #77 |
| 1910s | #52 |
| 1920s | #48 |
| 1930s | #65 |
| 1940s | #96 |
| 1950s | #126 |
| 1960s | #171 |
| 1970s | #238 |
| 1980s | #316 |
| 1990s | #509 |
| 2000s | #836 |
| 2010s | #1163 |
| 2020s | #1333 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bernard has been most popular in CA, NY, FL.
Living bearers
About 74,500 people named Bernard are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bernard alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bernard in 2025?
- Bernard ranks #1362 among US boy names in 2025, with 137 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bernard most popular?
- Bernard peaked in 1919, reaching #45 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bernard with classmates?
- Bernard will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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