Bear

Meaning of Bear

The name refers to the animal, symbolizing strength and courage.

Bear has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Bear

Bear has cooled off, slipping to #853 in 2025, down from a peak of #764 in 2022.

Notable people named Bear

• Bear Grylls
  British adventurer and TV presenter
• Bear Rinehart
  Needtobreathe band lead singer
• Bear McCreary
  Film and television composer
• Bear Braumoeller
  Political scientist and professor
• Bear Pascoe
  Former NFL football player

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Questions about the name Bear

What does the name Bear mean?

Bear means the name refers to the animal, symbolizing strength and courage, and it comes from English origins.

Is Bear a boy's or a girl's name?

Bear is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Bear?

In 2025, Bear ranked #853 for boys, down from #828 the year before.

When was Bear most popular?

Bear peaked at #764 in 2022.