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Bear vs Trey

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
Trey Rank #790

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 vs #829 for Bear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bear or Trey more popular?

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 compared to Bear at #829 in the United States.

What do Bear and Trey mean?

Bear means "the bear" (Old English bera, Proto-Germanic beruz origin). Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin).

Are Bear and Trey boy or girl names?

Bear is primarily a boy name. Trey is primarily a boy name.

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