Bernos
Bernos is a surname of Iberian origin that is sometimes found in Basque and French-speaking contexts. The name can appear as a simpler family name or as part of compound surnames such as Bernos de Gaztelu, which suggests an origin connected to a place named Gaztelu (Basque for “castle”). As a hereditary surname, Bernos has been carried by individuals in various countries, reflecting the mobility of families across Europe and beyond.
Notable bearers include Carmen Bernos de Gasztelu (1919–1996), a French poet of Basque heritage. She is best
In onomastic studies, Bernos is often cited as an example of how geographic identifiers became family names
See also Gaztelu, the Basque word for “castle,” which appears in related surname forms. The usage of