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Amar vs Bernard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amar

Boy #1,241 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"immortal, eternal"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Arabic African French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,241
Total SSA Count
160
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bernard

Boy #1,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave bear, strong as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,320
Total SSA Count
147
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amar Rank #1,241
Bernard Rank #1,320

Amar is more popular, ranked #1241 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amar or Bernard more popular?

Amar is more popular, ranked #1241 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Amar and Bernard mean?

Amar means "immortal, eternal" (Sanskrit origin). Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Amar and Bernard boy or girl names?

Amar is primarily a boy name. Bernard is primarily a boy name.

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