How popular is the name Bear?

In 2023, 300 babies were named Bear in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Is Bear a boy's name?

Yes, Bear is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Bear

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Births Last Year: 300 ↗

All-Time Total: 3,066

Peak Year: 2022

Bear is of Old English origin, derived from the word "bearu" meaning "grove" or "woodland." It is a nature-inspired name with a strong and rugged feel.

Notable Namesakes

Bear Grylls - Survival expert, TV host
Bear Bryant - College football coach, Alabama Crimson Tide
Bear McCreary - Composer, "Battlestar Galactica," "The Walking Dead"
Bear Pascoe - NFL player, New York Giants, Atlanta Falcons
Bear Rinehart - Musician, lead singer of NEEDTOBREATHE

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Bear

Jedidiah Ezra Jericho Cash Malakai Ford Raiden Anakin

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Bear

Sunny Stevie Persephone Jayden Lexie Azalea Lexi Ripley

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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