Brave as a bear
Derived from the Germanic elements 'bern' (bear) and 'hard' (brave, hardy). It is the traditional German form of the name Bernard, historically associated with strength and resilience.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Bernhard in 2025.
Influential German mathematician
Professional golfer and two-time Masters champion
German lawyer and author of 'The Reader'
Consort of Queen Juliana
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
