Definitions

1. proper noun

a male given name of Germanic origin, derived from Bernard, meaning brave and strong

“The famous actor Daniel Brühl’s father was named Bernhard, and he was a renowned German actor.”

2. noun

a German noble family, also known as the House of Bernhard, that originated in the 12th century

“The Bernhards were a powerful medieval dynasty that played a significant role in German history.”