Origin and Meaning of Berenda
Meaning & Origin
Brave as a bear
Origin: Old English - Derived from the Old English elements 'bera', meaning 'bear', and 'end', meaning 'brave' or 'strong'.
Interesting Facts
- Berenda is a less common name and is often considered a variation of the more popular name Brenda.
- The name is predominantly used in English-speaking countries, where names derived from animal traits are popular.
- Notable figures with the name Brenda, which Berenda is related to, include actress Brenda Blethyn and singer Brenda Lee.
- The name Brenda peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1940s to 1960s but Berenda has rarely appeared on popularity charts.
- Similar names include Brenda, Brandan, and the masculine version Brandon.