NAME PROFILE
Bear
Bear is an English name derived from the Old English word 'bera,' meaning 'bear.' It evokes a sense of strength and courage, often associated with the qualities of the animal.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,356 |
| Gender | Male (68% / 32%) |
| Peak year | 2022 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 2008 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 26%TX — 23%CO — 17%FL — 17%OH — 17%
Notable People
Bear Grylls (Adventurer and TV presenter) · Bear McCreary (Composer) · Bear in the Big Blue House (Children's TV character)
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