Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 05, 2024

Bernelle

US Popularity Rank: 5058

Origin: Greek

Meaning: Victory bringer

Prepare your running shoes for your victory lap as you’ve found a sure winner of a baby name. Rooted in Greece, this name is generally given to girls and means “she who brings victory.” It’s a variation of the name Bernice, which appears in the title of one of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s short stories, Bernice Bobs Her Hair. This unique name is bursting with nickname opportunities, including Bunny, Binnie, and Bernie. True to its name, Bernelle will surely bring victory to your little ray of sunshine.