Female and male first names beginning with the letter “B”..
BERNECE
FemaleUncommon African name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning "the sun is shining" and symbolizing brightness and prosperity.
BERNEDA
FemaleUnique, Spanish-derived female name originating from the Bermuda grass plant, with earthy connotations.
BERNEDETTE
FemaleBernadette is a French name derived from Bernardeta, meaning "little brave bear".
BERNEICE
FemaleEnglish name derived from combining Bernice ('victory bringer') and Irene ('peace'), symbolizing both triumph and tranquility.
BERNEIL
FemaleDistinctive French name derived from Germanic elements meaning 'strong as a bear,' carried by notable figures like Berneil de Lannoy, a French knight who fought in the Crusades.
BERNEITA
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning "strong as a bear," a feminine variation of Bernard popular among European nobility in history.
BERNEL
MaleRare German origin given name derived from Berenulf, which combines "bear" and "wolf," though not directly associated with the animal or strength like similar names.
BERNELDA
FemaleUncommon name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Berenice or formed by combining Bernhard and Elda, with no clear meaning attributed to it.
BERNELL
FemaleDistinctively American name created by combining Bernard and Carl. While its origin is not deeply documented, notable figures like Bernell Ervin have brought recognition to this uncommon yet powerful-sounding moniker.
BERNELL
MaleUncommon English name derived from Old German 'Bernhelm', meaning 'bear helm' or 'strong as a bear'.
BERNELLA
FemaleItalian feminine given name derived from "bellissimo," meaning "very beautiful.
BERNELLE
FemaleDistinctive French name meaning 'to deceive' or 'to trick', carried by notable figures like Pierre Carlet de Chamfort.
BERNERD
MaleBernard is a name of Germanic origin meaning "strong bear," popularized by French nobility during the Middle Ages and influenced by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux.
BERNESE
FemaleSwiss surname derived from the canton of Berne, signifying someone hailing from this historic region known for its strength and resilience, as symbolized by its bear emblem.
BERNESHA
FemaleAfrican Yoruba name meaning "born on Sunday," reflecting the sacredness of Sundays in this tradition.
BERNESSA
FemaleElegant and unique Italian-derived female name meaning 'from the canton of Bern in Switzerland.'
BERNESSIA
FemaleCharming female given name of African origin, specifically from the Igbo people of Nigeria. Derived from "Bernesi," it signifies "Father's joy or happiness.
BERNEST
MaleLatin-origin name meaning 'strong as a bear,' popularized by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux.
BERNESTINE
FemaleRare Latin-derived feminine given name meaning 'strong as a bear', inspired by St. Bernard of Clairvaux and created during the Middle Ages by adding the suffix '-stine' to Bernhard/Bernard.
BERNET
MaleRare Basque masculine given name derived from the word "bernet," meaning "bear," symbolizing strength and courage. It has historical significance, associated with Saint Bernet of Gascony, and though uncommon in its native Basque Country, it gained popularity in Europe, particularly France and Switzerland.
BERNETA
FemaleRare Latin-derived female name meaning "bearing or bringing berries," first used in medieval Italy and later popularized across Europe.
BERNETHA
FemaleGreek-derived name meaning "victory-bearing".
BERNETT
FemaleGerman-origin given name derived from 'bernett', meaning 'bear', traditionally associated with strength and courage.
BERNETT
MaleRare German-origin given name derived from "bern", meaning "bear".
BERNETTA
FemaleDistinctive Italian feminine name derived from Bernardo, meaning 'brave bear', symbolizing strength and courage.
BERNETTE
FemaleRare yet distinctive French feminine given name derived from the German 'Bernet', meaning 'strong as a bear'.
BERNEY
MaleFrench diminutive of Bernard, derived from the Germanic 'bernhart', meaning 'strong as a bear'.
BERNHARD
MaleGerman name derived from Old High German "bernhart," meaning "strong as a bear.
BERNHARDT
MaleGerman masculine given name derived from two elements: "bern" meaning "bear", and "hard" meaning "strong, brave". Thus, Bernhardt means "brave as a bear".
BERNHART
MaleBernhard is a rare but significant Germanic male given name derived from "bern" meaning "bear" and "hard" signifying "strong". Its most renowned bearer was Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, highlighting its association with strength and leadership.
BERNI
FemaleUnique Spanish name meaning 'strong as a bear', popularized by historic figures like Bernardo de la Carra.
BERNIA
FemaleRare Spanish girls' name derived from 'berenjena', meaning eggplant.
BERNICE
FemaleLatin name meaning "bringing victory," with a history of notable figures and royal associations, popularized in the U.S. during the early 20th century despite not being widely used until recently.
BERNICE
MaleRare Greek name derived from 'Phoinikis', meaning 'of or belonging to Phoenicia'.
BERNICIA
FemaleRare female name of Latin origin derived from the historic region in northeastern England once known as Bernicia, which may have been inspired by the goddess Verbeia or the Old English word "beorh," meaning strength or hill.
BERNIDA
FemaleDistinctive Spanish name derived from Bernardo, meaning 'brave bear'.
BERNIE
MaleUnisex name of Scottish origin, meaning "strong as a bear.
BERNIE
FemaleEnglish name with German origins, meaning 'strong as a bear'.
BERNIECE
FemaleAmerican female name coined by author Fannie Hurst for her 1924 novel 'Imitation of Life', symbolizing uniqueness and beauty.
BERNINA
FemaleRare Italian name meaning 'bear', symbolizing strength.