Bernis
boy nameBernis entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1527 in 1912, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1527
peak (1912)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2433 |
| 1920s | #2650 |
| 1930s | #2505 |
| 1940s | #2797 |
| 1950s | #3158 |
| 1960s | #3523 |
| 1970s | #5101 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Bernis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bernis alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bernis in 2025?
- Bernis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Bernis most popular?
- Bernis peaked in 1912, reaching #1527 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bernis with classmates?
- Bernis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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