Brave as a bear
A diminutive form of Bernard, it combines the Germanic elements 'bern' (bear) and 'hard' (brave or hardy). The name carries a sense of strength and endurance, historically associated with Saint Bernardino of Siena.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Bernardino in 2025.
15th-century Franciscan priest and missionary
The first President of Argentina
Italian physician and founder of occupational medicine
North Italian painter from Leonardo da Vinci's circle
Former President of Paraguay
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
