How Many People Are Named Bernece?

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

Bernece
Very Rare
Greek

Bernece is a very rare name, with only 20 people still living in the U.S., making it 1 in 16,161,062. The name peaked in 1921 with 24 births, and now, everyone over 60 is a living link to that era.

~20
Living in US
1 in 16,161,062
Americans
1921
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Bringer of victory
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Gentle Thoughtful Determined Warm
7
Life Path Number

The life path number 7 is traditionally linked to introspection, deep thinking, and a quest for truth. People with this number tend to be analytical and spiritually curious, drawn to understanding the deeper layers of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

335
Worldwide Bearers
#478,225
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
194
🇮🇩 Indonesia
91
🇵🇭 Philippines
13
🇦🇺 Australia
10
🇿🇦 South Africa
8
🇳🇬 Nigeria
6
🇨🇲 Cameroon
4
🇬🇧 England
2
🇮🇳 India
2
🇨🇦 Canada
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
20 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 104
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
405
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 405 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: 1921

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
77
Classic Feel
77
Modern Appeal
23
International
68

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

📜 Bernece Through the Generations

The name Bernece has a storied history, with its peak in 1921 when 24 babies were given this classic, old-school name. Today, only 20 people named Bernece remain in the U.S., which means that 100% of them are over 60 years old. This stark contrast between the all-time births and the current living count underscores the rarity and historical significance of the name. The fact that there are no individuals aged 30-60 further emphasizes the generational gap, highlighting that Bernece is a name firmly rooted in the past. Interestingly, while the name ranks as the 478,225th most common globally, it remains predominantly female, adding another layer to its unique identity.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Arkansas 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Bernece's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Bernece

How Many People Have the Name Bernece?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 20 people in the United States currently share the name Bernece. That works out to roughly 1 in every 16,161,062 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Bernece a Common or Rare Name?

Bernece 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 Bernece Mean?

Bernece means "Bringer of victory" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Bernece Most Popular?

The name Bernece reached peak popularity in 1921, with 24 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 Bernece?

Approximately 20 people named Bernece live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 405. That works out to roughly 1 in 16,161,062 Americans.

Is Bernece a rare name?

Bernece is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 16,161,062 Americans has this name.

What does the name Bernece mean?

Bernece means "Bringer of victory" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Bernece more male or female?

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

When was Bernece most popular?

Bernece peaked in 1921 with 24 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 US20
All-Time Births405
1 in X1 in 16,161,062
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age104
Peak Year1921
World Rank#478,225
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.