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Bernabe

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Bernabe Pronunciation

Bernabe is pronounced behr-nah-BEH /ˌbɛr.nɑˈbɛ/Medium

Meaning: Spanish form of Barnabas — from Aramaic, 'son of encouragement; son of consolation/prophecy'Medium

In 30 seconds: Son of encouragement: Bernabe is the Spanish Barnabas — 'son of consolation'. Warm, devout, and classic.

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Origin MediumAramaic, Spanish

MeaningSpanish form of Barnabas — from Aramaic, 'son of encouragement; son of consolation/prophecy'

U.S. rank (2024)#4895 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births20 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1993

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,807

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Bernabe is the Spanish form of Barnabas — from Aramaic, 'son of encouragement; son of consolation/prophecy' (St Barnabas, a generous early apostle). A warm, devout, classic name across the Spanish-speaking world.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, son-of-encouragement at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Barnabas means 'son of encouragement; son of consolation' in Aramaic (St Barnabas, Paul's companion) — Bernabe is its warm Spanish form.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Bernabe — Spanish form

Variations

BarnabasBernabeuBarnaby

Nicknames

Bernie

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If you like Bernabe…

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Matias— a companion Spanish biblical name

Tobias— another biblical-era name

Danilo— shares Bernabe's Spanish roots

Benito— a fellow Spanish choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Bernabe?

Bernabe is pronounced behr-nah-BEH (/ˌbɛr.nɑˈbɛ/). Press play above to hear Bernabe said aloud.

How do you say Bernabe?

Bernabe is said behr-nah-BEH (/ˌbɛr.nɑˈbɛ/). Press play above to hear Bernabe said aloud.

What does the name Bernabe mean?

Bernabe is the Spanish Barnabas — Aramaic 'son of encouragement; son of consolation'.

Is Bernabe a boy or girl name?

Bernabe is a boy's name.

How popular is Bernabe?

Bernabe is a rare name in the U.S.