Bear: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Strong, protective, and cuddly all at once, Bear is a nature name that is as fierce as it is lovable.
Bear as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English/Germanic
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #545
- Peak
- #520 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Bear Means
Bear is a unisex name of English/Germanic origin. Strong, protective, and cuddly all at once, Bear is a nature name that is as fierce as it is lovable.
How Popular Bear Is
Bear currently ranks #545 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #520 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Bear
- Alicia Silverstone named her son Bear Blu, and Kate Winslet's son is also named Bear.
- Bear Grylls made this name synonymous with outdoor adventure and survival.
- In many Native American traditions, the bear is a symbol of strength, courage, and healing.
Bear as a Boy Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #897
- Peak
- #895 in 2019
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Bear Means
Bear is a boy name of English origin. A strong and protective child, brave and warm.
How Popular Bear Is
Bear currently ranks #897 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #895 in 2019. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Bear
- At its most popular, Bear reached #895 in the U.S. in 2019.
- Bear is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Questions About Bear
What does Bear mean?
Bear is a unisex name of English/Germanic origin. Strong, protective, and cuddly all at once, Bear is a nature name that is as fierce as it is lovable.
How popular is Bear?
Bear currently ranks #545 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #520 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Bear come from?
Bear comes from English/Germanic roots. Alicia Silverstone named her son Bear Blu, and Kate Winslet's son is also named Bear.
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