| Meaning | brave as a bear |
| Origin | French, German |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 10 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ber-na-dette |
About Bernadette
Bernadette represents a return to classic names with rich heritage and enduring appeal. This name carries a certain gravitas and substance that feels increasingly rare in contemporary naming trends. There's an undeniable sophistication here, a name that suggests intelligence, capability, and quiet strength. Bernadette works across generations, equally suitable for a curious toddler as for a distinguished professional. The name offers delightful nickname possibilities—Bernie, Detta, or Ettie—each bringing its own character while maintaining connection to the full form. It's a choice for parents who appreciate tradition and timelessness, who want their daughter to carry a name with depth and character. Bernadette never feels frivolous or fleeting; it's grounded and substantial, suggesting someone who will approach life with thoughtfulness and purpose.
Variations of Name Bernadette
| Bernardetta |
| Bernadett |
| Bernadettka |
| Bernadita |
| Bernadine |
Names Similar to Bernadette
| Bernice |
| Beryl |
| Berenice |
| Bernarda |
| Brenda |
| Barbara |
| Beatrice |
| Bella |
| Beth |
| Betty |
| Bianca |
| Blair |
Nicknames for Bernadette
| Bernie |
| Detta |
| Etta |
| Berni |
| Dettie |
Famous People Named Bernadette
| Bernadette Peters | American actress and singer |
| Bernadette Soubirous | French Catholic saint, visionary of Lourdes |
| Bernadette Lafont | French actress |
| Bernadette Szőcs | Romanian table tennis player |
| Bernadette Gray-Little | American psychologist and educator |
| Bernadette Nolan | Irish singer and actress |
| Bernadette Corporation | American art collective |
| Bernadette Devlin McAliskey | Northern Irish civil rights leader and politician |
| Bernadette Chirac | French First Lady - wife of Jacques Chirac |
| Bernadette Birkett | American actress and writer |
| Bernadette Bohan | Irish author and natural health expert |
| Bernadette Heerwagen | German actress |
| Bernadette Jordan | Canadian politician |
| Bernadette Mayer | American poet |
| Bernadette McLaughlin | American Olympic swimmer |
| Bernadette Jiwa | Australian author and brand strategist |
| Bernadette Brady | Australian astrologer and author |
| Bernadette Nason | British actress and playwright |
| Bernadette Sembrano | Filipino broadcast journalist |
| Bernadette Pons | Filipino volleyball player |
Characters Named Bernadette
| Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz | Character from "The Big Bang Theory" |
| Bernadette Fox | Character from the novel and movie "Where'd You Go, Bernadette" |
| Bernadette "Bernie" Harris | Character from the movie "White Chicks" |
| Bernadette the Hedgehog | Character from the "Sonic the Hedgehog" TV series |
| Bernadette Thompson | Character from the TV series "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" |
| Bernadette Morris | Character from the book series "The Baby-Sitters Club" |