How Many People Are Named Bernadene?

Complete statistics for the name Bernadene: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Bernadene
Very Rare
Germanic

Bernadene is a classic, old-school name with only 111 people alive in the U.S., making it 1 in 2,977,630. It peaked in 1920 with 21 births and now skews towards older generations, with none under 60.

~111
Living in US
1 in 2,977,630
Americans
1920
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Brave as a bear
🌐
Origin
Germanic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Resilient Nurturing Determined Warm
5
Life Path Number

The life path number 5 is traditionally associated with freedom, adventure, and adaptability. People connected to this number tend to be curious, energetic, and drawn to new experiences and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,031
Worldwide Bearers
#249,846
Global Rank
🇿🇦 South Africa
465
🇺🇸 United States
437
🇬🇧 England
34
🇵🇭 Philippines
27
🇨🇩 DR Congo
21
🇨🇦 Canada
8
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
5
🇬🇾 Guyana
5
🇦🇺 Australia
5
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
4

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
111 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 95
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
482
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 482 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1920

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
79
Classic Feel
80
Modern Appeal
20
International
83

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Bernadene Through the Generations

The name Bernadene has a rich history, peaking in 1920 with 21 births, but only 111 people are alive today, making it incredibly rare. This stark contrast between past popularity and current scarcity is fascinating. The age distribution tells a compelling story, with all over-60, indicating a strong connection to the older generation. Despite the stable trend, the gap between all-time births and living people is significant, highlighting the enduring legacy of this classic name.

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Bernadene's Germanic roots

📄 About the Name Bernadene

How Many People Have the Name Bernadene?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 111 people in the United States currently share the name Bernadene. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,977,630 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Bernadene a Common or Rare Name?

Bernadene is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Bernadene Mean?

Bernadene means "Brave as a bear" and comes from Germanic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Bernadene in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Bernadene Most Popular?

The name Bernadene reached peak popularity in 1920, with 21 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Bernadene?

Approximately 111 people named Bernadene live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 482. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,977,630 Americans.

Is Bernadene a rare name?

Bernadene is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,977,630 Americans has this name.

What does the name Bernadene mean?

Bernadene means "Brave as a bear" and comes from Germanic origins.

Is Bernadene more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Bernadene are male and 100% are female.

When was Bernadene most popular?

Bernadene peaked in 1920 with 21 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US111
All-Time Births482
1 in X1 in 2,977,630
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age95
Peak Year1920
World Rank#249,846
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.