Maxine Bernardo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maxine Bernardo — English
122K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maxine Bernardo is a name that combines English origins. The first name Maxine is a feminine given name of English origin. Maxine is an English feminine given name created as a feminine version of the name Max. It has been in regular use since the 1880s. Other names with the diminutive suffix -een, -ene, or -ine were also in fashion during the late 19th century and early 20th century. The increase in usage of the name in the 1890s has been attributed to the popularity of American actress Maxine Elliott, who was born Jessie Dermot. Another early media influence was Maxene Andrews of The Andrews Sisters singing trio. The surname Bernardo: Bernardo Bernardo (1941–2018), Filipino veteran stage actor, comedian, and film director Bernardo Tavares (born 1980), Portuguese football manager José-Miguel Bernardo (born 1950), Spanish statistician Joseph Bernardo (1929–2023), French swimmer Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress Mariano Bernardo (born 1988), Brazilian footballer Mike Bernardo (1969–2012), South African kickboxer and boxer Noah Bernardo (born 1972), drummer and a founding member of the San Diego–based band P.O.D. Maxine is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 122K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Maxine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Maxine

English

Maxine is an English feminine given name created as a feminine version of the name Max. It has been in regular use since the 1880s. Other names with the diminutive suffix -een, -ene, or -ine were also in fashion during the late 19th century and early 20th century. The increase in usage of the name in the 1890s has been attributed to the popularity of American actress Maxine Elliott, who was born Jessie Dermot. Another early media influence was Maxene Andrews of The Andrews Sisters singing trio.

Surname: Bernardo

French

Bernardo Bernardo (1941–2018), Filipino veteran stage actor, comedian, and film director Bernardo Tavares (born 1980), Portuguese football manager José-Miguel Bernardo (born 1950), Spanish statistician Joseph Bernardo (1929–2023), French swimmer Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress Mariano Bernardo (born 1988), Brazilian footballer Mike Bernardo (1969–2012), South African kickboxer and boxer Noah Bernardo (born 1972), drummer and a founding member of the San Diego–based band P.O.D.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Maxine is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Maxine by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Maxine Bernardo:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Maxine?
The first name Maxine originates from English. Maxine is an English feminine given name created as a feminine version of the name Max. It has been in regular use since the 1880s. Other names with the diminutive suffix -een, -ene, or -ine were also in fashion during the late 19th century and early 20th century. The increase in usage of the name in the 1890s has been attributed to the popularity of American actress Maxine Elliott, who was born Jessie Dermot. Another early media influence was Maxene Andrews of The Andrews Sisters singing trio.
When was Maxine most popular?
The name Maxine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bernardo?
The surname Bernardo originates from French. Bernardo Bernardo (1941–2018), Filipino veteran stage actor, comedian, and film director Bernardo Tavares (born 1980), Portuguese football manager José-Miguel Bernardo (born 1950), Spanish statistician Joseph Bernardo (1929–2023), French swimmer Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress Mariano Bernardo (born 1988), Brazilian footballer Mike Bernardo (1969–2012), South African kickboxer and boxer Noah Bernardo (born 1972), drummer and a founding member of the San Diego–based band P.O.D.
What are the origins of the name Maxine Bernardo?
The name Maxine Bernardo combines two different traditions: the first name Maxine has English roots, while the surname Bernardo originates from French.
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