How Many People Are Named Bernardino?

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

Bernardino
Very Rare
Germanic

Bernardino is a name with a rich history and a very rare presence today, with only 1,131 people bearing it in the US. That's 1 in 291,736 Americans. It peaked in 1974 with 30 births, making it a name from another era.

~3,025
Living in US
1 in 109,570
Americans
1974
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Brave as a bear
🌐
Origin
Germanic
🌟
Lucky Day
Sunday
💎
Lucky Stone
Ruby
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Determined Courageous Loyal Warm-hearted
1
Life Path Number

The number 1 in numerology represents leadership, independence, and a pioneering spirit. People connected to this number tend to be self-starters who are driven by ambition and a strong desire to forge their own path.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

171,622
Worldwide Bearers
#6,119
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
43,679
🇧🇷 Brazil
16,498
🇵🇭 Philippines
14,502
🇦🇴 Angola
12,551
🇦🇷 Argentina
10,708
🇵🇪 Peru
10,688
🇲🇿 Mozambique
9,120
🇵🇾 Paraguay
7,181
🇮🇹 Italy
6,382
🇪🇸 Spain
5,352

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,131 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 58
310
Would be under 30 (19%)
611
Would be 30–60 (37%)
728
Would be over 60 (44%)

All 1,649 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: 1974

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
57
Modern Appeal
43
International
100

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

📜 Bernardino Through the Generations

Bernardino has a storied past, with a peak in 1974 when 30 babies were named it. Today, just 1,131 people carry the name in the US, showing a significant decline. The name's rarity is underscored by the fact that it's only been given to 1,649 people in total across all time. Interestingly, 44% of those named Bernardino are over 60, indicating a strong older generation presence. This contrasts sharply with the 171,622 living bearers worldwide, with the US having the second-highest concentration after Mexico. The age split shows a clear skew towards older adults, with 728 over 60, suggesting a legacy passed down through generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 397
California 267
New Mexico 10
Illinois 6
New York 6
Arizona 5
Florida 5

✨ Similar Names to Bernardino

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Bernardino's Germanic roots

📄 About the Name Bernardino

How Many People Have the Name Bernardino?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,025 people in the United States currently share the name Bernardino. That works out to roughly 1 in every 109,570 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Bernardino a Common or Rare Name?

Bernardino 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 Bernardino Mean?

Bernardino means "Brave as a bear" and comes from Germanic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Bernardino Most Popular?

The name Bernardino reached peak popularity in 1974, with 30 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 Bernardino?

Approximately 3,025 people named Bernardino live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,025. That works out to roughly 1 in 109,570 Americans.

Is Bernardino a rare name?

Bernardino is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 109,570 Americans has this name.

What does the name Bernardino mean?

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

Is Bernardino more male or female?

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

When was Bernardino most popular?

Bernardino peaked in 1974 with 30 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 US3,025
All-Time Births3,025
1 in X1 in 109,570
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age58
Peak Year1974
World Rank#6,119
Male %100%
Female %0%

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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.