Holding steady.
Popularity of Vear since 1919
Babies named Vear per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 56 |
| 1930s | 57 |
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Vear is an exceedingly rare name that has never appeared in the U.S. top 1000. Its first recorded use was in 1919, and it experienced a slight peak in 1938, but since then its usage has remained stable at near-zero levels. With no clear etymology or cultural touchstones, Vear remains a obscure choice, perhaps most appealing to those seeking a truly unique name with a vintage feel. Its trajectory shows no signs of revival, and it has no recorded top states or famous bearers.
Vear is a rare given name of uncertain origin. It may derive from the English surname Vear, which itself could be a variant of Vere (from French 'verre' meaning 'glass' or a place name) or from the Old English 'fearr' meaning 'bull'. The name saw modest use in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1930s, but never achieved widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Vere
Sibling names for Vear
Names that share Vear's style, for a brother or sister.
