Female Name
Berniece
bəɹ.ˈnis
bə.ˈniːs
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
currently out of the US top 1000
educators
success
teachers
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Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
35/100
classic175%
mature160%
formal80%
strong65%
simple65%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
Berniece is a variant of the name Bernice, which itself is derived from the Greek name Bernike, meaning 'she who brings victory'. The name has been used in various cultures and has evolved over time, maintaining its association with victory and triumph.
Etymology
Original Form:
Bernike
Evolution:
From Greek Bernike to Latin Bernice, then to English Bernice, and finally to Berniece as a variant.
Source:
Etymological dictionaries and historical linguistics studies.