Berend
Pronunciation: [ b-EHR-ehnd ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Berend first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.
Over 38 babies have been named Berend in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Berend is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,401 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,401
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Berend
Berend is a boy name .
Berend is currently ranked #8,401 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Berend include Ber, Bere, Berey, Bereie, Bey, Beie, and Berkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Berend include Beren . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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