Girl Name · Greek Origin
Berenice
Berenice is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Victory bringer". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Berenice often also consider Berniece.
Berenice meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Victory bringer
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Berenice to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Berenice as B·E·R·E·N·I·C·E, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Berenice is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Berenice variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Berenicea, Berenicee, Berenicey, Berenic.
- Nicknames: Bere and B.
- Middle names: Pair Berenice with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Berenice middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Berniece, Berneice, Bernice, Beronica, Brandice — full picks on the sibling names for Berenice guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Berenice? Browse our names like Berenice guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Berenice
What does the name Berenice mean?
Berenice means "Victory bringer" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Berenice?
Berenice originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Berenice?
Berenice has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Berenice a boy's or girl's name?
Berenice is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Berenice in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Berenice sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Berenice?
Names that share Berenice's sound and style include Berniece, Berneice, Bernice, Beronica, Brandice.
What middle names pair well with Berenice?
Good middle-name fits for Berenice pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Berenice is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Berenice is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Berenice?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Berenice share its rhythm without rhyming — Berniece, Berneice, Bernice all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.