Behrendt
Behrendt is a surname of German origin. It is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Bernd, a short form of Bernhard. The name Bernhard itself is composed of the Germanic elements "bern" meaning bear and "hard" meaning brave or hardy. Thus, Behrendt literally translates to "son of Bernd" or "son of the brave bear." The surname is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in northern Germany, but also appears in other countries with German immigration, such as the United States and Canada.
Notable individuals with the surname Behrendt include several artists and academics. Among them is Wilhelm Behrendt,