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Bear vs Quincy

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
Quincy Rank #688

Quincy is more popular, ranked #688 vs #829 for Bear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bear or Quincy more popular?

Quincy is more popular, ranked #688 compared to Bear at #829 in the United States.

What do Bear and Quincy mean?

Bear means "the bear" (Old English bera, Proto-Germanic beruz origin). Quincy means "estate of the fifth son" (French/Norman origin).

Are Bear and Quincy boy or girl names?

Bear is primarily a boy name. Quincy is primarily a boy name.

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