Bernard vs Niklaus

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 #1,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Bernard Rank #1,320

Niklaus Rank #1,236

Niklaus is more popular, ranked #1236 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Is Bernard or Niklaus more popular?

Niklaus is more popular, ranked #1236 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Bernard and Niklaus mean?

Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin). Niklaus means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Bernard and Niklaus boy or girl names?

Bernard is primarily a boy name. Niklaus is primarily a boy name.