Sophia Rodriguez

By Sophia Rodriguez
Cultural Naming Expert

Updated on September 07, 2024

Bernadina

US Popularity Rank: 8438

Origin: German

Meaning: Strong and powerful as a bear

Derived from Old High German, Bernadina is a girl’s name is rooted in the names Berinhart or Berenhard. The Normans introduced it to England, where it replaced the Old English equivalent, Beornheard. It means “strong and powerful as a bear.” Bernadina is also the Italian and Spanish feminine form of Bernardino. Inspire your little cub with the strength to crush all their goals with Bernadina.