291 Baby Names That Mean 'Bear'

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Bears are often seen as symbols of strength and bravery. Hence, baby names that mean ‘bear’ represent courage and protection. In many cultures, bears are mentioned in relation to power and authority. These names can be found in different languages, often associated with mythology or religion. They may be derived from ancient languages but have remained relevant even today. One of the most well-known names that mean ‘bear’ is Arthur, which has Celtic origins. It was mentioned in Welsh mythology and the Arthurian Cycle. However, it remains one of the most popular names in the English-speaking world today. Moreover, it is used in several other languages including French, German, Dutch, and Norwegian, among others. Girl names meaning ‘bear’ are also quite common. One of the most popular names for girls is Ursula. It is derived from Latin and has been used since the 4th century. In recent years, one of the most popular actors with this name is Ursula Andress. A minor character of this name also appeared in William Shakespeare’s 16th-century play Much Ado About Nothing. There are names that also mean ‘bear’ in other languages. You can find Armel in French, Ber in Yiddish, Minoru in Japanese, Nita in Choctaw, and Björn in Swedish. They may have ancient origins but have also managed to enamor contemporary parents. Names that mean ‘bear’ also have some great celebrity connections. For instance, Björn Borg is a world-famous tennis player. George Bernard Shaw was a popular Irish playwright, critic, and political activist. He is considered one of the best dramatists of his time and also received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1925. These names now show the potential to remain relevant for a considerable time in the future, too.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Eden	Girl	A place of delight; Pleasure; Plain; Wealthy bear
Arthur	Boy	Bear king; Bear
Arturo	Boy	Bear; King
Bjorn	Boy	Bear
Bear	Boy	Produce; To give birth; Brown; Bear
Bernadette	Girl	Brave bear
Bernard	Boy	Brave bear; Strong
Dov	Boy	A bear; Mighty
Bernardo	Boy	Bold as a bear
Kenai	Girl	Flat meadow; Black bear; Clean water

Orson	Boy	Bear cub; Ormond's son
Bruin	Boy	A person with brown hair or skin; The brown; Brown bear; Armor
Bane	Boy	Ban; Bear; Cause of distress; Long-awaited child
Dino	Boy	A little sword; Brave bear; Camellia flower
Oberon	Boy	Elf ruler; King of elves; Royal bear
Espen	Boy	God's bear; Divine bear
Torben	Boy	Thor's bear; Thunder bear
Acadia	Girl	Of Arcadia; Place of abundance; Bear
Art	Boy	Bear; Bear-like; Bold; Strong man; A Champion
Artur	Boy	Bear; Bear-like; Bold; Courageous; Skill; Art

Alaynah	Girl	Little female bear; Wisdom; Knowledge; Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child; Light
Behr	Boy	Bear; Bore
Barrett	Girl	Strong as a bear; Quarrelsome
Ursula	Girl	Little bear; Courageous
Baer	Unisex	Bright; Bear
Artis	Boy	Stone; Bear; Bold; Strong
Esben	Boy	God's bear; Divine bear
Yona	Unisex	Dove; God is gracious; Bear
Arash	Boy	Bear
Oso	Unisex	Bear

Osborne	Boy	The warrior of God's army; The spiritual bear
Leiden	Unisex	To bear or endure; Dyke
Arth	Boy	Bear; Bear-like; Strong; Stone; Sense; Wealth; To desire
Beowulf	Boy	Bee wolf; Bear; Battle wolf
Berel	Boy	Bear
Auther	Boy	Man; Bear; King
Arta	Unisex	Golden; Good; Pious; Bear king
Artorias	Unisex	Bear king
Behren	Unisex	Bear; Hard; Firm; Brave
Barnard	Boy	A brave child; A strong and brave bear

Banning	Boy	One who lives on a farm; Bear; Small, fair one
Arch	Boy	Holy and brave; Bold master; Bear
Armel	Boy	Bear prince; Bear chieftain
Arthas	Boy	Bear king
Benz	Boy	Bear; War banner; Gau; Land by a waterway
Artie	Boy	Bear; Bear-like; Stone; Bold
Arcelia	Girl	Altar of the sky; Little bear
Author	Boy	Man; Bear; King; Writer of literary work
Jorian	Boy	Farmer; Loving bear
Sula	Girl	Little bear; Liquid

Sina	Boy	Mount Sinai; Treasure; God is gracious; Bear; New victory; White-haired
Dovie	Girl	A beautiful Dove; Peace; Bee; Beloved; Bear
Ebba	Girl	Bear god; Noble
Benno	Boy	Bear
Berenger	Boy	Bear-spear
Denard	Boy	Bear; Hard; Brave; Firm
Hannya	Unisex	Bear; Pleasant; Favor; Grace; Float; Drift; Resemble; Sky
Garcia	Girl	Bear; Brave spear; Young bear
Artorius	Boy	Bear king
Bernhard	Boy	Bear; Courageous; Brave like a Bear

Bera	Boy	Bear; Monk; Old man; Faith; True
Berny	Boy	Brave bear
Benard	Boy	Brave bear
Barley	Boy	Woodland clearing; Wild boar; Bear; Grower or seller of barley
Osborn	Boy	The warrior of God; Bear God
Arti	Girl	Worshipping ritual; Bear man; Bear king
Arsam	Boy	Strong as a bear; Lion
Barney	Boy	Son of the Prophet; Son of consolation; A strong and brave bear
Arther	Boy	Bear; Bear-like; Noble; Strong; Courageous
Armelle	Girl	Bear prince; Bear chieftain

Bernardino	Boy	Brave; Brave as a Bear
Artan	Boy	Bear king; Golden
Berend	Boy	Brave bear
Ber	Boy	Bear
Ula	Unisex	Little bear
Hinckley	Boy	A habitational name meaning Hynca's wood; Bear cub; Woodland clearing
Mcarthur	Boy	Son of Arthur (Bear man, Bear king)
Mathan	Boy	Cupid; God of love; Bear; Churning
Orsen	Boy	Resembling a little bear
Bernarda	Girl	Feminine of Bernard; Brave bear

Bernardette	Girl	Strong; Brave bear
Riki	Boy	Arrangement; Justice; Parent's home; Jasmine; Bear up; Exert; Strength
Umberto	Boy	Bright bear cub
Thorbjorn	Boy	Thunder bear
Ulla	Girl	Little bear; Leaf; Ascension; Young child; King's heritage; Secrecy; Gracious; Lovable
Bernita	Girl	Brave bear
Berlinda	Girl	Bear; Soft; Tender
Bena	Girl	Pheasant; Son; Wise; Bear; Blessed; Kind
Bernadine	Girl	Brave as a bear
Euphoria	Unisex	A feeling of extreme happiness or joy; Power to bear

Nita	Girl	Bear; Favor; Grace
Osa	Girl	Sand thread; Heathen God; She-bear; Wolf
Dyna	Unisex	Bear; Firm; Brave; Hardy; Divine; Goddess-like
Artina	Girl	Bear; Lofty hill
Bernardina	Girl	Courage of a bear
Sannah	Girl	A female bear
Yakima	Unisex	A growing family; Black bear; Runaway
Berna	Girl	Brave bear; Young girl
Turi	Boy	Bear; Beautiful; Beloved; Weaver's brush; Swift; Of Thor
Ambi	Boy	Eagle; Bear

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From Viking warriors to mythological heroes, several names mean ‘bear.’ These names are associated with bravery and immense strength. As they are mentioned in several myths and derived from ancient languages, they can be found worldwide. While celebrities share some of these names, others have found an honorable mention in literary works or other popular media. By giving these names to their children, parents may want to convey the powerful symbolism of the bear. For parents looking for a strong and meaningful name with ancient roots, names that mean ‘bear’ are a great choice.

Infographic: Splendid Baby Names That Mean 'Bear'

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