Bernadetta

Meaning of Bernadetta

Originating from Italian, the name Bernadetta is a feminine name with a rich history and several associations. In Italian, it is pronounced as ber-nah-DEHT-tah (/bɛˈrɑndettɑ/), while in English, it is pronounced as ber-nuh-DET-uh (/bərˈnədətə/). The English variation of the name is Bernadette.

Bernadetta has been used as a given name for baby girls in the United States since at least 1912. Although it has had periods of fluctuation in popularity, it has remained fairly consistent over the years. Notable years for the name Bernadetta include 1921 when it ranked 11th most popular, and 1949 when it ranked 5th most popular.

The name Bernadetta is closely associated with Saint Bernadette Soubirous, a young French girl who claimed to have witnessed apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Lourdes in the mid-19th century. Her visions and subsequent canonization by the Catholic Church have contributed to the enduring popularity of the name among Catholics.

With its elegant sound and religious connotations, Bernadetta makes for an exquisite choice for parents seeking a meaningful and timeless name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

Italian

• Pronunced as ber-nah-DEHT-tah (/bɛˈrɑndettɑ/)

English

• Pronunced as ber-nuh-DET-uh (/bərˈnədətə/)

• Bernadine
• Bernice
• Bernita
• Bernette
• Berna
• Bernadina