Bear
bear
US Popularity:1697
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:Bear; Brown; The brown one; To carry
Bear is a baby boy name with English and German origins. Meaning “bear,” this name is most obviously associated with the large furry creatures found in forests and mountains in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. But this name has come a long way from distant waters as a powerful symbol in Native American cultures for strength, courage, and wisdom. Additionally, it may mean “brown” or “the brown one,” coming from the Old English word bera. Whether you want a name more unique than Teddy or you want baby to be as big a presence as they can be, Bear is the way to go.
How Popular Is The Name Bear?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Bear is currently #1512 on The Bump
Boy:Bear is currently #835 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Bear is currently #1697 in U.S. births
Boy:Bear is currently #817 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#817
in 2023
- 48
from 2022
Sources
Ancestry, Bear Family History
Online Etymology Dictionary, bear, October 2022
Merriam-Webster, bear
Behind the Name, Bear, April 2022
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'bear'
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