Bernardino
Bernardino is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brave or strong as a bear.
Origin and history
Bernardino is an Italian and Spanish diminutive form of Bernard, derived from Germanic elements meaning brave bear. It gained historical prominence through Catholic saints, most notably Saint Bernardino of Siena. In the United States, it remains a rare traditional name, primarily chosen by families with Italian or Hispanic heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,649 babies in the United States have been named Bernardino since 1880. It ranks #3119 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1905.
States where it is most popular
- TX (57 %)
- CA (38.4 %)
- NM (1.4 %)
- IL (0.86 %)
- NY (0.86 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 64 |
| 1920-1930 | 161 |
| 1930-1940 | 134 |
| 1940-1950 | 125 |
| 1950-1960 | 141 |
| 1960-1970 | 168 |
| 1970-1980 | 201 |
| 1980-1990 | 214 |
| 1990-2000 | 189 |
| 2000-2010 | 148 |
| 2010-2019 | 82 |
| 2020-2029 | 22 |
Famous people named Bernardino
- Bernardino Sahagún: Friar, Missionary
- Bernardino Luini: Painter
Nicknames
Dino, Bernie
Fun facts
- Saint Bernardino of Siena was known for inventing the Holy Name monogram (IHS) popularized in Catholic iconography.
- Although used as an independent full name, it originated as an affectionate diminutive of Bernardo.