Bernard vs Terry

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 #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

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Bernard Rank #1,320

Terry Rank #1,187

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1320 for Bernard.

Is Bernard or Terry more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Bernard at #1320 in the United States.

What do Bernard and Terry mean?

Bernard means "brave bear, strong as a bear" (Germanic origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Bernard and Terry boy or girl names?

Bernard is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.