Bernard
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A masculine given name of Germanic origin meaning 'brave as a bear'. Also used as a surname.
“Bernard Shaw was a renowned Irish playwright and critic.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
ber·nard
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Proper noun (not typically used); contains -ARD ending
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Scrabble
10 points; proper nouns not allowed in standard play
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