Bernie
boy name#8243 in 2025Bernie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #468 in 1937, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#8243
rank today
#468
peak (1937)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #737 |
| 1890s | #725 |
| 1900s | #621 |
| 1910s | #668 |
| 1920s | #654 |
| 1930s | #512 |
| 1940s | #529 |
| 1950s | #606 |
| 1960s | #661 |
| 1970s | #1051 |
| 1980s | #1829 |
| 1990s | #2778 |
| 2000s | #4196 |
| 2010s | #7611 |
| 2020s | #6461 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bernie has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 4,800 people named Bernie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bernie alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bernie in 2025?
- Bernie ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bernie most popular?
- Bernie peaked in 1937, reaching #468 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bernie with classmates?
- Bernie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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