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Bear vs Emory

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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Popularity Comparison

Bear Rank #829
Emory Rank #886

Bear is more popular, ranked #829 vs #886 for Emory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bear or Emory more popular?

Bear is more popular, ranked #829 compared to Emory at #886 in the United States.

What do Bear and Emory mean?

Bear means "the bear" (Old English bera, Proto-Germanic beruz origin). Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Bear and Emory boy or girl names?

Bear is primarily a boy name. Emory is primarily a boy name.

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