How popular is the name Bernhard in 2025?

Bernhard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Bernhard most popular?

Bernhard peaked in 1887, reaching #583 among US boy names.

Bernhard will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Bernhard entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #583 in 1887, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#583

peak (1887)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Bernhard are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Bernhard alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Bernhard in 2025?: Bernhard is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Bernhard most popular?: Bernhard peaked in 1887, reaching #583 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Bernhard with classmates?: Bernhard will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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