Bernadetta is a feminine given name of Italian origin, derived from the Germanic name Bernhard, which is composed of the elements 'bern' meaning 'bear' and 'hard' meaning 'strong, hardy'. The name Bernadetta was particularly popular in Europe during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance periods. It is often associated with figures like Saint Bernadette Soubirous, a French peasant girl who reported visions of the Virgin Mary at Lourdes in 1858. Today, Bernadetta remains a less common but timeless choice for parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for their daughter.
The name Bernadetta experienced periods of popularity and decline over the decades, with notable peaks in the early 1900s (8 births each year from 1912 to 1916) and a resurgence in the mid-1960s to early 1970s (7 or more births per year from 1961 to 1975). However, there were also years with fewer than 5 births recorded, indicating fluctuations in its usage. Overall, Bernadetta has been chosen for a total of 199 newborn girls across these years.