Bernie
Meaning
Bold As A Bear
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈbɝni/
Traits associated with the name Bernie:
Dogs named Bernie tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Bernie?
Naming your dog Bernie suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy being creative with your pet's name. It also suggests that you may have an affinity for the political figure Bernie Sanders.
Is Bernie a good dog name?
Bernie has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Bernie isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Bernie is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Bernie was, in the past month, the 1195th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Bernie is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Bernie was viewed 54 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Bernie's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Bernie is most adored in New Jersey, Nebraska and Colorado.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Wyoming, Indiana and Hawaii.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Bernie.
Most popular breeds named Bernie:
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- Beagle
- German Shepherd
- Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernie is found in these categories:
cute
Evokes a cuddly bear, thanks to the popular film "Weekend at Bernies".
british
Associated with Bernard, a common name in British culture.
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