Bernice
girl name#4067 in 2025Bernice entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #39 in 1921, ranks #4067 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4067
rank today
#39
peak (1921)
35
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #195 |
| 1890s | #119 |
| 1900s | #74 |
| 1910s | #46 |
| 1920s | #46 |
| 1930s | #87 |
| 1940s | #157 |
| 1950s | #256 |
| 1960s | #396 |
| 1970s | #666 |
| 1980s | #1025 |
| 1990s | #1361 |
| 2000s | #2128 |
| 2010s | #2835 |
| 2020s | #3708 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bernice has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 41,000 people named Bernice are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bernice alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bernice in 2025?
- Bernice ranks #4067 among US girl names in 2025, with 35 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bernice most popular?
- Bernice peaked in 1921, reaching #39 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bernice with classmates?
- Bernice will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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