Berenice
/B-EH-R-EH-N-IH-K-EH/
Bringer of victory, from Greek Pherenike, joining pherein 'to bring' with nike 'victory.' Borne by queens of the Hellenistic Egyptian world, one of whom dedicated a lock of her hair that legend set among the stars as the constellation Coma Berenices, the name carries a triumphant, classical pedigree into Spanish use.
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Meaning & origin
Yes — Berenice is a Christian girl name of Spanish origin, meaning “Bringer of victory, from Greek Pherenike, joining pherein 'to bring' with nike 'victory.' Borne by queens of the Hellenistic Egyptian world, one of whom dedicated a lock of her hair that legend set among the stars as the constellation Coma Berenices, the name carries a triumphant, classical pedigree into Spanish use.”.
Berenice is a girl's name of Spanish origin, traditionally used in Christian families. The name means "Bringer of victory, from Greek Pherenike, joining pherein 'to bring' with nike 'victory.' Borne by queens of the Hellenistic Egyptian world, one of whom dedicated a lock of her hair that legend set among the stars as the constellation Coma Berenices, the name carries a triumphant, classical pedigree into Spanish use." and belongs to the Courage cluster — names for children who will grow into bold, fearless hearts.
Common among Mexican, LatinAmerican, Hispanic, Latino, Cuban, Argentine, Colombian, Chilean, Peruvian, Venezuelan, PuertoRican, Dominican, Spanish families, Berenice carries cultural weight that goes beyond its dictionary definition — it's a name with a story and a community.
The patron saint & feast day behind Berenice
Many Christian names carry a patron saint and a feast day (name day) — a tradition of choosing a name for the saint a child is born near, or one the family holds dear. Berenice lives in this tradition of meaning and heritage.
NameRoot connects the dots. See Berenice's patron saint, its feast day, and whether it aligns with your baby's birth — alongside its full family score.
See Berenice's saint & feast day →What does Berenice's numerology say?
Numerology assigns each name a single-digit destiny number by summing its letter values. Different schools use different mappings — NameRoot computes both so you can see how Berenice resonates in either tradition.
Berenice's destiny number is 7 — but a number only matters in context. The app matches it to your family's own numbers for a real compatibility read. See Berenice's full reading →
Does Berenice go with your family's names?
Berenice breaks into 8 sounds: /B-EH-R-EH-N-IH-K-EH/. The real test isn't how it sounds alone — it's how it sounds beside the names already in your family: yours, your partner's, and any brothers or sisters. NameRoot scores that harmony, so Berenice sits naturally next to a Mum and Dad like Michael & Anna, or a big sister named Gianna — no awkward clashes, no two names that blur together. Hear Berenice beside your family's names →
Nicknames
Common affectionate forms of Berenice — useful for everyday family conversation, early childhood, or as standalone given names themselves.
Names similar to Berenice
If Berenice resonates with you, these names live in the same world — drawn from the same tradition, sharing the same meaning, or echoing a similar sound.
From the same tradition
Other Christian girl names, common in Mexican families
Sharing the same meaning
Other Christian girl names from the Courage cluster
Names that sound similar
Christian girl names that open with the same syllables as Berenice
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Common questions about Berenice
What does the name Berenice mean?
Berenice means "Bringer of victory, from Greek Pherenike, joining pherein 'to bring' with nike 'victory.' Borne by queens of the Hellenistic Egyptian world, one of whom dedicated a lock of her hair that legend set among the stars as the constellation Coma Berenices, the name carries a triumphant, classical pedigree into Spanish use.." It is a girl name of Spanish origin, traditionally used in Christian families.
Is Berenice a boy or girl name?
Berenice is most commonly used as a girl name.
What is the origin of the name Berenice?
Berenice is of Spanish origin, used in Christian tradition, commonly among Mexican, LatinAmerican, Hispanic families.
Is Berenice a Christian name?
Yes. Berenice is a girl name traditionally used in Christian families, of Spanish origin.
What does Berenice mean in Spanish?
Berenice originates from Spanish, where it means "Bringer of victory, from Greek Pherenike, joining pherein 'to bring' with nike 'victory.' Borne by queens of the Hellenistic Egyptian world, one of whom dedicated a lock of her hair that legend set among the stars as the constellation Coma Berenices, the name carries a triumphant, classical pedigree into Spanish use.."
What are common nicknames for Berenice?
Common short forms of Berenice include Bere, Beni.
What is the numerology of Berenice?
Berenice has a Pythagorean destiny number of 7 — introspection and spiritual wisdom.
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