Bernice
Bernice is of Greek origin, derived from 'Berenice' meaning 'she who brings victory.' The name has biblical roots and was borne by several royal figures in ancient times, giving it a timeless, dignified quality.
Current Popularity
#3821 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English
- •Popular in the early-to-mid 20th century, now considered a vintage choice
- •Strong historical and biblical significance
- •Works well across multiple cultures and languages
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Famous People
Bernice King
Minister and civil rights activist, youngest daughter of Martin Luther King Jr.
Bernice Burgos
Model and entrepreneur
Bernice Pauahi Bishop
Hawaiian princess and philanthropist
Bernice Rubens
Booker Prize-winning novelist
Statistics
182,094
Total births since 1880
1921
Peak year
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