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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bringer of victory (biblical form of Berenice, from Greek 'to bring' + 'victory')
- Origin
- Ancient Greek
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- bur-NEES
Bernice is the biblical form of Berenice, an Ancient Greek name that means "bringer of victory," built from the Greek words for 'to bring' and 'victory.' It's said bur-NEES, with the stress on the second syllable. If you want a name with a clear, strong meaning and a long history behind it, Bernice delivers both.
Meaning & Origin of Bernice
Meaning: Bringer of victory (biblical form of Berenice, from Greek 'to bring' + 'victory').
Origin: Ancient Greek.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Bernice
bur-NEESIPA /bərˈniːs/
Popularity of Bernice
Bernice peaked at #39 in 1921, when 6,190 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3821, with 39 babies, so a child named Bernice today would be one of very few.
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FAQ
What does the name Bernice mean?
Bringer of victory (biblical form of Berenice, from Greek ‘to bring’ + ‘victory’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bernice?
Bernice is pronounced bur-NEES (IPA: /bərˈniːs/).
Is Bernice a popular name right now?
Bernice peaked at #39 in 1921 and is ranked #3821 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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