Bernard vs Maxim

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 #1,448 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

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Bernard Rank #1,320

Maxim Rank #1,448

Bernard is more popular, ranked #1320 vs #1448 for Maxim.

Is Bernard or Maxim more popular?

Bernard is more popular, ranked #1320 compared to Maxim at #1448 in the United States.

What do Bernard and Maxim mean?

Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin). Maxim means "greatest" (Latin origin).

Are Bernard and Maxim boy or girl names?

Bernard is primarily a boy name. Maxim is primarily a boy name.