Holding steady.
Popularity of Bearl since 1913
Babies named Bearl per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 34 |
| 1920s | 74 |
| 1930s | 35 |
| 1940s | 23 |
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Bearl is an extremely rare American name that first appeared in 1913, with peak usage in 1925 (11 births). The name is virtually absent from modern records, reflecting its status as a short-lived early 20th-century invention. Its formation likely mirrors masculine naming trends of the era, blending the familiar 'Earl' with the rugged 'bear.' Bearl never achieved widespread popularity and has remained a curiosity in baby name history. Though somewhat obscure, Bearl fits a distinct niche for parents seeking a rare, phonetically simple name. It has no documented usage outside the United States.
Bearl appears to be a 20th-century coinage, likely a blend of the name Earl and the animal word bear, a pattern seen in other invented names. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1913 and saw its peak usage in 1925, with 11 births recorded that year. Since then it has remained very rare, never re-entering the top 1000.
Sibling names for Bearl
Names that share Bearl's style, for a brother or sister.
