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Bear vs Amias

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bear

Boy #829 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the bear"

Origin: Old English bera, Proto-Germanic beruz

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#829
Total SSA Count
300
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Amias

Boy #695 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"loved, beloved"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Medieval European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#695
Total SSA Count
388
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bear Rank #829
Amias Rank #695

Amias is more popular, ranked #695 vs #829 for Bear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bear or Amias more popular?

Amias is more popular, ranked #695 compared to Bear at #829 in the United States.

What do Bear and Amias mean?

Bear means "the bear" (Old English bera, Proto-Germanic beruz origin). Amias means "loved, beloved" (Latin origin).

Are Bear and Amias boy or girl names?

Bear is primarily a boy name. Amias is primarily a boy name.

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