Bernice vs Doris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Girl #2,193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,193
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dorie, Dory

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bernice Rank #3,814
Doris Rank #2,193

Doris is more popular, ranked #2193 vs #3814 for Bernice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bernice ___

  • Bernice Mae
  • Bernice Claire
  • Bernice Rose
  • Bernice Elizabeth
  • Bernice Jane
  • Bernice Louise

Doris ___

  • Doris Jean
  • Doris Mae
  • Doris Louise
  • Doris Ann
  • Doris Ruth
  • Doris Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bernice

Mabel Sylvia Dorothy Clarence Walter

If you choose Doris

Agnes Mildred Ethel Norman Walter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bernice or Doris more popular?

Doris is more popular, ranked #2193 compared to Bernice at #3814 in the United States.

What do Bernice and Doris mean?

Bernice means "bringer of victory" (Greek origin). Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Bernice and Doris boy or girl names?

Bernice is primarily a girl name. Doris is primarily a girl name.

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