Berard

Patronymic

Meaning

Bear-hard, combining the Germanic elements for bear and hard or strong.

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic name Bernhard, composed of bern (bear) and hard (hard, strong). The name was popularized through various medieval saints and nobles.

About the Berard Surname

Berard is a French surname derived from the Germanic personal name Bernhard. It reflects the influence of Germanic naming traditions on French nomenclature.

Distribution

Found primarily in France, French-speaking regions, and parts of Germany.

Notable Bearers

Christian Bérard

People with the Berard Surname