A masculine given name of Germanic origin meaning 'brave as a bear'.
From Old High German 'Bernhard', combining 'bero' (bear) and 'hard' (brave, hardy). The name spread throughout Europe via Saint Bernard of Clairvaux and other religious figures in medieval times.
The name Bernard carries the literal meaning of 'bear-brave' and was so popular among medieval saints that there are over 20 Saint Bernards recognized by the Catholic Church! The famous rescue dogs are named after Saint Bernard of Menthon, patron saint of mountain climbers.
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