Bera

Bera is a Scandinavian first name that belongs in its feminine form to the names Bero or Björn. Figuratively, this name means 'the bear'.

What does the name Bera mean?

As a Scandinavian first name, Bera is the feminine derivative of Bero or Björn. In a figurative sense, the name means 'the bear'. The roots of the name trace back to the Old High German word 'bero', which means 'the bear' as well as 'brown'.

Where does the name Bera come from?

The name Bera has its origins in Old High German and carries the meaning 'the bear'. The composition of the Old High German term 'bero' stands for 'the bear' and 'brown'. The name is found in Scandinavian and Icelandic languages.

How do you pronounce Bera?

The sound structure and pronunciation of Bera: The name consists of two syllables and has an open form. In the pronunciation 'Be-ra' [ˈbeːʁa], the syllables blend smoothly, creating a bright, clear sound line. The open ending on '-a' gives the name breadth and lightness, which lends Bera a friendly, calm, and approachable aura - with a simple yet warm sound presence.

Popularity

In Germany, Bera is considered a rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2010 at rank 2,348. Over the last ten years, Bera has been chosen as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,571st in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,917th.