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The name Bernhard is of Greek, German origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Christianity religion. Numerologically, Bernhard is often linked to the number 7.
Bernhard Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Bernhard mean? What is the meaning of the name Bernhard
Meaning of Bernhard: Name Bernhard in the Greek, German origin, means Bear; Courageous; Brave Like a Bear. Name Bernhard is of Greek, German origin and is a Boy name. People with name Bernhard are usually Christianity by religion.
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Bernhard
Meaning
Bear; Courageous; Brave Like a Bear
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 8 characters
Spell
B-E-R-N-H-A-R-D
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
7
Indian Vedic Numerology
11
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Famous people with name Bernhard (Namesakes)
Famous People Named Bernhard Do you know a notable person named Bernhard? We'd love to hear about them. Share the details and we'll update our records!
- Bernhard Lloyd
Bernhard Lloyd (born Bernhard Gössling on June 2, 1960) is a former member and co-founder of the German synth-pop band Alphaville.
- Bernhard Tritscher
Bernhard Tritscher (born 25 April 1988) is an Austrian former cross-country skier.
- Sandra Bernhard
Sandra Bernhard (born June 6, 1955) is an American actress, comedian, singer, and author.
- Bernhard Langer
Bernhard Langer (German pronunciation: [ˈbɛʁnhaʁt ˈlaŋɐ]; born 27 August 1957) is a German professional golfer.
- Bernhard Schölkopf
Bernhard Schölkopf (born February 20, 1968) is a director at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Tübingen, Germany, where he heads the Department of Empirical Inference.
- Prince Bernhard of Orange-Nassau, van Vollenhoven
Prince Bernhard Lucas Emmanuel of Orange-Nassau, van Vollenhoven (born 25 December 1969) is the second son of Princess Margriet of the Netherlands and Pieter van Vollenhoven.
- Bernhard Cullmann
Bernhard Cullmann, (born 1 November 1949) nicknamed "Bernd", is a German former footballer who played as a midfielder and sometimes as a defender.
He began his footballing career in 1969 with SpVgg Porz, until he was signed by 1.
- Bernhard, Hereditary Prince of Baden
Bernhard, Hereditary Prince of Baden (Bernhard Max Friedrich August Gustav Ludwig Kraft; born 27 May 1970 in Schloss Salem, Salem, Baden-Württemberg, Germany) is a German nobleman and heir to the head of the House of Baden.
- John Bernhard
John Bernhard (born May 17, 1957, Geneva, Switzerland) is a Swiss American artist and photographer best known for his surrealist nude studies.
- Bernhard Winkler
- Bernhard Sinkel
Bernhard Sinkel (born 19 January 1940) is a German film director and screenwriter.
- Stefan Bernhard
Professor Stefan Bernhard is recognized in the scientific community for his work in several applied fields pertaining to the interaction between light and transition metal complexes.
- Bernhard Ensink
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- Bernhard Fucik
Bernhard Fucik (born 26 September 1990) is an Austrian professional footballer who plays as a forward or winger for Floridsdorfer AC in the Austrian Football First League.
- Timo Bernhard
Timo Bernhard (born 24 February 1981) is a professional sports car racer from Germany.
- Bernhard Raab
Bernhard Raab (born 17 March 1966) is a German former football player and current manager.
- Bernhard Luxbacher
Bernhard Luxbacher (born 18 November 1994) is an Austrian footballer who plays for FC Mauerwerk.
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Bernhard - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Bernhard is Uttara Ashadha. The Nakshatra Uttara Ashadha of the name Bernhard is connected to the deity Vishvadevas (Universal Gods), and is ruled by the Sun. The symbol for Bernhard is Elephant tusk, and it is characterized by Victory, Strength. This name is connected to the element Earth and embodies the Goal-oriented, Noble.| name | Uttara Āṣāḍhā |
|---|---|
| Deity | Vishvadevas (Universal Gods) |
| Ruling Planet | Sun |
| Symbol | Elephant tusk |
| Primary Quality | Victory, Strength |
| Element | Earth |
| Nature | Goal-oriented, Noble |
Numerology of Bernhard
Numerology for Bernhard - Number 7 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Bernhard Numerology: Name Bernhard has a number value of 7 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 7 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 11 |
| Motivation Number | 6 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 7 |
| Inner Dream Number | 1 |
| Soul Urge Number | 6 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 6 |
| Personality Number | 1 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Bernhard
Syllables in Bernhard Name
How many syllables in baby name Bernhard? Bernhard has 2 syllables. The name "Bernhard" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Bernhard? | 2 (ber - nhard) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 8 |
| Unique letters: | 7 (b, e, r, n, h, a, d) |
| Bernhard backwards: | drahnreb |
| Bernhard sorted alphabetically: | abdehnrr |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | B-E-R-N-H-A-R-D |
| Pronunciation |
Name Bernhard is combinations of, 1 occurance of B, 1 occurance of E, 2 occurances of R, 1 occurance of N, 1 occurance of H, 1 occurance of A, 1 occurance of D.
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Birthday Wishes for Bernhard
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Bernhard
Bernhard's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Bernhard on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Bernhard! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Bernhard, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Bernhard! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Bernhard
What is the meaning of Bernhard?
Name Bernhard means Bear; Courageous; Brave Like a Bear as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Bernhard Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Bernhard?
Name Bernhard has numerology 11 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Bernhard?
Numerology number of Bernhard is 11 (Vedic) and 7 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Bernhard?
The lucky number of name Bernhard is 11 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Bernhard name?
The name Bernhard has 8 letters. The name Bernhard consists of 1 word with 8 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Bernhard?
Name Bernhard belongs to Uttara Ashadha nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Bernhard come from?
Bernhard is a Greek, German name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Bernhard?
The name Bernhard is of Greek, German origin and is used within Christianity communities.
What does Bernhard mean?
Name Bernhard means Bear; Courageous; Brave Like a Bear as per The ParentZ
What does the name Bernhard mean?
Bernhard is of Greek, German origin and means Bear; Courageous; Brave Like a Bear as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Bernhard?
Bernhard means Bear; Courageous; Brave Like a Bear and is a Greek, German name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Bernhard consists of 8 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Bernhard! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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