Female and male names starting with the letter "B" .

Uncommon African name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning "the sun is shining" and symbolizing brightness and prosperity.

Unique, Spanish-derived female name originating from the Bermuda grass plant, with earthy connotations.

Bernadette is a French name derived from Bernardeta, meaning "little brave bear".

English name derived from combining Bernice ('victory bringer') and Irene ('peace'), symbolizing both triumph and tranquility.

Distinctive French name derived from Germanic elements meaning 'strong as a bear,' carried by notable figures like Berneil de Lannoy, a French knight who fought in the Crusades.

Latin-derived name meaning "strong as a bear," a feminine variation of Bernard popular among European nobility in history.

Rare German origin given name derived from Berenulf, which combines "bear" and "wolf," though not directly associated with the animal or strength like similar names.

Uncommon name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Berenice or formed by combining Bernhard and Elda, with no clear meaning attributed to it.

Distinctively American name created by combining Bernard and Carl. While its origin is not deeply documented, notable figures like Bernell Ervin have brought recognition to this uncommon yet powerful-sounding moniker.

Uncommon English name derived from Old German 'Bernhelm', meaning 'bear helm' or 'strong as a bear'.

Italian feminine given name derived from "bellissimo," meaning "very beautiful.

Distinctive French name meaning 'to deceive' or 'to trick', carried by notable figures like Pierre Carlet de Chamfort.

Bernard is a name of Germanic origin meaning "strong bear," popularized by French nobility during the Middle Ages and influenced by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux.

Swiss surname derived from the canton of Berne, signifying someone hailing from this historic region known for its strength and resilience, as symbolized by its bear emblem.

African Yoruba name meaning "born on Sunday," reflecting the sacredness of Sundays in this tradition.

Elegant and unique Italian-derived female name meaning 'from the canton of Bern in Switzerland.'

Charming female given name of African origin, specifically from the Igbo people of Nigeria. Derived from "Bernesi," it signifies "Father's joy or happiness.

Latin-origin name meaning 'strong as a bear,' popularized by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux.

Rare Latin-derived feminine given name meaning 'strong as a bear', inspired by St. Bernard of Clairvaux and created during the Middle Ages by adding the suffix '-stine' to Bernhard/Bernard.

Rare Basque masculine given name derived from the word "bernet," meaning "bear," symbolizing strength and courage. It has historical significance, associated with Saint Bernet of Gascony, and though uncommon in its native Basque Country, it gained popularity in Europe, particularly France and Switzerland.

Rare Latin-derived female name meaning "bearing or bringing berries," first used in medieval Italy and later popularized across Europe.

Greek-derived name meaning "victory-bearing".

German-origin given name derived from 'bernett', meaning 'bear', traditionally associated with strength and courage.

Rare German-origin given name derived from "bern", meaning "bear".

Distinctive Italian feminine name derived from Bernardo, meaning 'brave bear', symbolizing strength and courage.

Rare yet distinctive French feminine given name derived from the German 'Bernet', meaning 'strong as a bear'.

French diminutive of Bernard, derived from the Germanic 'bernhart', meaning 'strong as a bear'.

German name derived from Old High German "bernhart," meaning "strong as a bear.

German masculine given name derived from two elements: "bern" meaning "bear", and "hard" meaning "strong, brave". Thus, Bernhardt means "brave as a bear".

Bernhard is a rare but significant Germanic male given name derived from "bern" meaning "bear" and "hard" signifying "strong". Its most renowned bearer was Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, highlighting its association with strength and leadership.

Unique Spanish name meaning 'strong as a bear', popularized by historic figures like Bernardo de la Carra.

Rare Spanish girls' name derived from 'berenjena', meaning eggplant.

Latin name meaning "bringing victory," with a history of notable figures and royal associations, popularized in the U.S. during the early 20th century despite not being widely used until recently.

Rare Greek name derived from 'Phoinikis', meaning 'of or belonging to Phoenicia'.

Rare female name of Latin origin derived from the historic region in northeastern England once known as Bernicia, which may have been inspired by the goddess Verbeia or the Old English word "beorh," meaning strength or hill.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from Bernardo, meaning 'brave bear'.

English name with German origins, meaning 'strong as a bear'.

Unisex name of Scottish origin, meaning "strong as a bear.

American female name coined by author Fannie Hurst for her 1924 novel 'Imitation of Life', symbolizing uniqueness and beauty.

Rare Italian name meaning 'bear', symbolizing strength.