US Popularity Rank: 8217

Origin: German

Meaning: Strong, brave bear

Bernadetta is a girl’s name of French and West Germanic origin. It’s a feminine form of Bernard, which derives from the Germanic name Bernhard, meaning “strong, brave bear.” Bernard is the French version of the name, which was brought to England with the Norman conquest. Other feminine forms of the name include Bernadette and Bernadeta. With its fierce meaning, this name is sure to inspire baby to have strength and courage when life gets tough.