Bernard vs Emil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bernard

Boy #1,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave bear, strong as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #1,253 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rival, eager to excel"

Origin: Latin

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Bernard Rank #1,320

Emil Rank #1,253

Emil is more popular, ranked #1253 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Is Bernard or Emil more popular?

Emil is more popular, ranked #1253 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Bernard and Emil mean?

Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin). Emil means "rival, eager to excel" (Latin origin).

Are Bernard and Emil boy or girl names?

Bernard is primarily a boy name. Emil is primarily a boy name.