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Behr
Pronounced BAIR /ΛbΙr/Medium
Meaning: From the German surname/word Behr β from German BΓ€r, 'a bear' (a byname for a strong, brave person)Low
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
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History & Origin
Behr comes from the German surname and word Behr β from German BΓ€r, 'a bear' (a byname for someone strong, brave, or bear-like). A crisp, strong, nature-feeling surname-name; it sounds exactly like the English 'bear' (said 'BAIR'; nickname Behr).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-bear at the root, and strong.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Behr mean?
Behr is a German surname/word-name β 'a bear'.
How do you pronounce Behr?
It's said BAIR /ΛbΙr/ β one syllable, like 'bear'.
Is Behr a boy or girl name?
Behr is most often a boy's name.
How popular is Behr?
Behr is a very rare name in the U.S.