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.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Influential German mathematician
Professional golfer and two-time Masters champion
German lawyer and author of 'The Reader'
Consort of Queen Juliana
