Bear vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Bear Rank #829
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #829 for Bear.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bear ___

  • Bear James
  • Bear William
  • Bear Alexander
  • Bear Cole
  • Bear Henry
  • Bear Finn

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bear

Wolf Fox River Hawk Sage

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bear or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Bear at #829 in the United States.

What do Bear and Theodore mean?

Bear means "the bear" (Old English bera, Proto-Germanic beruz origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Bear and Theodore boy or girl names?

Bear is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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