Bernetta
Bernetta is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brave bear; strong and courageous as a bear.
Origin and history
Bernetta is a feminine given name derived as an elaborated or diminutive form of Bernadette or Bernard, rooted in Old High German elements meaning 'bear' and 'brave'. It saw moderate usage in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century but has become very rare in recent decades. It carries a vintage, classical feel akin to other traditional Germanic-origin names.
Popularity in the United States
2,797 babies in the United States have been named Bernetta since 1880. It ranks #3347 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (30.3 %)
- IL (15.2 %)
- OH (11.4 %)
- MI (10.1 %)
- NC (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 40 |
| 1900-1910 | 96 |
| 1910-1920 | 378 |
| 1920-1930 | 468 |
| 1930-1940 | 352 |
| 1940-1950 | 323 |
| 1950-1960 | 473 |
| 1960-1970 | 365 |
| 1970-1980 | 230 |
| 1980-1990 | 72 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Bernie, Netta, Etta
Fun facts
- The name combines the Germanic roots 'bern' (bear) and 'hart' (brave or strong) with the feminine diminutive suffix '-etta'.
- Bernetta reached its highest popularity in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s before gradually declining.