Male Name
Berend
ˈbeː.rənt
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
50/100
Meaning & Etymology
Berend is a Dutch masculine given name and Low German surname, which is a variant of the Germanic name Bernhard (Bernhard). The name Bernhard itself originates from Old German, combining 'bero' meaning 'bear' and 'harti' meaning 'strong', thus translating to 'Strong bear' or 'Strong as a bear'. It is also related to the Scandinavian name Bernt.
Etymology
Original Form:
Bernhard
Evolution:
From Old German 'bero' (bear) + 'harti' (strong) to Bernhard, then to Berend in Dutch and Low German contexts.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berend