Polar Bear Names (493 Best, Funny, Cute, & Famous Ideas)

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There are many unique pets to consider. Polar bears are one of those pets that can be incredibly fun to have. These marine mammals that dominate the arctic circle (north pole) have unique characteristics ranging from their high intellect to unmatched friendship when you win their trust.

Polar bears are also playful hence names like (riders of icebergs). They are also cute and cuddly animals, especially when they are young.

If you already have a polar bear for a pet or even own a polar bear teddy bear, it’s time to find good polar bear names.

The name can be based on their physical characteristics or unique traits. We’ve researched widely and listed several polar bear name categories for you to consider.

Let’s dive in.

If you want the best polar bear name, consider any of the names below.

We’ve compiled our favorites from famous polar bears, famous polar bear pet names, famous/popular human names, place names, and more for you to choose from.

Best Polar Bear Names

  • Alexis
  • Arktos
  • Aurora
  • Barney
  • Bernard
  • Bjorn
  • Bob
  • Callisto (or Callista)
  • Chaplain
  • Charlie
  • Crotchet
  • David
  • Fluffy
  • Fred
  • Glacier
  • Hadia
  • Hector
  • Iceberg
  • January
  • Maximus
  • Minka
  • Mishka
  • Noel (or Noelle)
  • Nova
  • Opal
  • Paisley
  • Patsy
  • Paul
  • Pauline
  • Pearl
  • Peter
  • Petunia
  • Taiga
  • Teddy
  • Tundra
  • Ursa (or Ursus)
  • Valkyrie
  • Whitney
  • Winters

Female Polar Bear Names

A female polar bear is a unique pet to have. Mother bears stand out for many things ranging from their motherliness to beauty.

The names below portray the unique physical characteristics of female polar bears and their traits.

We’ve also included some names that stand for femininity.

Enjoy!

  1. Alba
  2. Angelique
  3. Astra
  4. Avery
  5. Bea
  6. Bella
  7. Bella Bear
  8. Bernadette
  9. Blanche
  10. Breanne
  11. Calla
  12. Calliope
  13. Camellia
  14. Cookie
  15. Cybele
  16. Daisy
  17. Damia
  18. Daphne
  19. Eden
  20. Elsie
  21. Emmy
  22. Fay
  23. Helena
  24. Ida
  25. Isabell
  26. Ivory
  27. Jasmine
  28. Kahlan
  29. Kiama
  30. Kitana
  31. Koa
  32. Lacey
  33. Lilly
  34. Lily
  35. Liza
  36. Lola
  37. Lou
  38. Lucinda
  39. Lucy
  40. Magnolia
  41. Maya
  42. Mia
  43. Misty
  44. Molly
  45. Munchkin
  46. Nadetta
  47. Nadine
  48. Nola
  49. Protector
  50. Queen
  51. Roxie
  52. Sugar
  53. Sunflower
  54. Taffy
  55. Tatty Teddy
  56. Tiffany Teddy
  57. Tika
  58. Tina
  59. Toffy
  60. Ursula
  61. Valentina
  62. Whitney
  63. Winnie

Male Polar Bear Names

Male polar bears are large and capable of weighing up to 600 kgs (1,300 lbs.) or more. Their size and other unique traits demand a name that portrays masculinity.

We’ve listed some of the most masculine names below for your consideration.

  1. Ace
  2. Albus
  3. Alpin
  4. Archibald
  5. Aubrey
  6. Baron
  7. Baxter
  8. Beast
  9. Beaufort
  10. Berchan
  11. Bernard
  12. Boomer
  13. Boris
  14. Boro
  15. Brody
  16. Bronko
  17. Bruxo
  18. Burton
  19. Cooper
  20. Darwin
  21. Defender
  22. Diego
  23. Duke
  24. Fyrsil
  25. Galdur
  26. Herbert
  27. Hudson
  28. Iago
  29. Ice Bear
  30. Jak
  31. Jax
  32. Kaia
  33. Kallik
  34. Kaskade
  35. Keith
  36. King
  37. Lancelot
  38. Luk
  39. Magus
  40. Maverick
  41. Max
  42. Micky
  43. Mr. White
  44. Napoleon
  45. Nicholas
  46. Paul
  47. Rocco
  48. Survivor
  49. Sven
  50. Theodore
  51. Tommy
  52. Torben
  53. Ursa
  54. Uther
  55. Valentino
  56. War
  57. Wolverine
  58. Yule
  59. Zed
  60. Zook

Unisex Names For Polar Bears

You could have a male or female polar bear, but you are interested in a gender-neutral name.

  1. Alaska
  2. Ash
  3. Bear
  4. Boo
  5. Coco
  6. Clouds
  7. Fluff
  8. Fur
  9. Fuzzy
  10. Greasley
  11. Happy
  12. Munchkin
  13. Pooch
  14. Snow
  15. Sky
  16. White

Cute Polar Bear Names

Polar bears can be very cute. Young polar bear babies (polar bear cubs) look adorable when born. If you get a pet polar baby, you need a name that matches their cuteness.

We have a list below for your consideration. The list includes some of the cutest pet and human names today.

  1. Angel
  2. Baba
  3. Baby
  4. Baby polar bear
  5. Baloo
  6. Bear Hugz
  7. Bella
  8. Berg
  9. Bitsy
  10. Bobo
  11. Boo Boo
  12. Breezy
  13. Bubblegum
  14. Bubbles
  15. Bubsy
  16. Buddy
  17. Buttercup
  18. Buttons
  19. Chilly
  20. Chubby
  21. Corky
  22. Cosmo
  23. Crystal
  24. Cubes
  25. Cuddlebug
  26. Cuddles
  27. Everest
  28. Frosty
  29. Fudge
  30. Fuzzball
  31. Fuzzy Bear
  32. Fuzzy Wuzzy
  33. Glitter
  34. Holly
  35. Honey
  36. Honeypot
  37. Huggie
  38. Husky
  39. Jet-ice
  40. Katie
  41. Knut
  42. Lars
  43. Lovebug
  44. Minik
  45. Mr. Cuddles
  46. Mr. Cuddlesworth
  47. Mr. Fluff
  48. Mrs. Cuddles
  49. Peaches
  50. Pebbles
  51. Piglet
  52. Precious
  53. Shivers
  54. Slushie
  55. Sno-Cone
  56. Snowball
  57. Snowbelle
  58. Snowflake
  59. Snowrose
  60. Snuggabear
  61. Snugglebug
  62. Snuggles
  63. Softy
  64. Sooty
  65. Sparkles
  66. Sprinkles
  67. Squishy
  68. Sweetheart
  69. Tickles
  70. Tubby
  71. Tuffy
  72. Twinkles
  73. Twinky
  74. Wally
  75. Winnie

Good Names For Polar Bears

Pet polar bear owners who just want a simple name their bear can live with can consider the names we’ve listed below;

  1. Amelia
  2. Arthur
  3. Artus
  4. Arzel
  5. Arzu
  6. Bode
  7. Carolina
  8. Crystal
  9. Frost
  10. Hope
  11. Indigo
  12. Kayi
  13. Neva
  14. Orso
  15. Sakari
  16. Siku
  17. Yura

Funny Polar Bear Names (Including Puns)

A polar bear can be a funny pet to have. Both young and adult polar bears can be cheeky. You may also wish for a pet name that makes you happy every time you hear it.

We’ve compiled some of the funniest names for polar bears below. Choose the one that makes you giggle or one that matches your polar bear’s character when he/she is happy!

  1. Barbarian
  2. Bear Foot
  3. Beat-o-plane
  4. Beware
  5. Beware Bear
  6. Blizzard
  7. Bongo
  8. Bubsy Bear
  9. Care Bear
  10. Cher Bear
  11. Claus
  12. Cola
  13. Fozzy
  14. Fuzzy Wuzzy
  15. Gelato
  16. Goosbeary
  17. Gummy
  18. Gummy Bear
  19. Hairy McNairy
  20. Honey
  21. KissyFur
  22. Mermaid
  23. Mistletoe
  24. Niels Bear
  25. Old-man in the fur cloak
  26. Paddington
  27. Peter Panda
  28. Polar Opposite
  29. Rudolph
  30. Smokey
  31. Snoopy
  32. Snowball
  33. Stalker
  34. Sugar
  35. Sundae
  36. Taffy
  37. Teddy
  38. Tiny
  39. Vanilla
  40. Wadsworth
  41. Wanderer
  42. Winnie
  43. Yogi

Badass Names For Polar Bears

A pet polar bear can look cuddly and all cute. However, polar bears also have their tough side. For starters, they are great hunters with powerful jaws capable of grabbing and crushing prey (mostly fish) in seconds.

Their claws can also be terrifying to watch in action. Their long nails and huge paws can tackle large obstacles. If your polar bear is more badass than cute based on its looks and/or behavior, select a good name below.

Our names are based on badass characters, places, and more;

  1. Atlas
  2. Avalanche
  3. Banshee
  4. Beast
  5. Berengaria – name after bear spear (Latin)
  6. Bruin
  7. Empress/Emperor
  8. Fender
  9. Ghost
  10. Griffin
  11. Gunner
  12. Hades
  13. Hunter
  14. Jack
  15. Kratos
  16. Oberon
  17. Ranger
  18. Rocky
  19. Shredder
  20. Storm
  21. Tank
  22. Trigger
  23. Wyborn – name after war bear (Scandinavian)
  24. Zeus

Cool Names For Polar Bears

A pet polar bear can walk on two feet or do other amazing stunts that deserve a cool name. What’s more, having a pet polar bear is already cool in itself.

We’ve listed some cool names for your consideration.

  1. Alaska
  2. Altitude
  3. Arnbjorn – means Nord assassin
  4. Beluga
  5. Blaze
  6. Cash
  7. Clymene
  8. Colden
  9. Domino
  10. Flare
  11. Illusion
  12. Jasper
  13. Jenara
  14. Loki
  15. Nebula
  16. Oslo
  17. Phantom
  18. Ragnar
  19. Rider
  20. Sailor
  21. Shades
  22. Skadi – name after the goddess of hunting
  23. Thorborg
  24. Topaz

Unique Names for Polar Bears

Sometimes typical English names may not be unique enough for your pet. In that case, you can choose some names in foreign languages. We’ve picked some of the most unique languages and translated some names that would be great for a polar bear.

We’ve also used some wordplay to create unique names. Enjoy

  1. Agdulak – Greenlandic name that means hole in ice for fishing
  2. Alabaster – means white gypsum
  3. Andri – Old Norse. Means snowshoe
  4. Arkadios
  5. Authurine
  6. Balthazar
  7. Chrysanthemum
  8. Chukchi
  9. Eirwen – means white like snow in Welsh
  10. Flykra
  11. Ibatu
  12. Linette
  13. Matoskah
  14. Midnight
  15. Miyuki – means snow in Japanese
  16. Neve – means snow in Latin
  17. Nokoski
  18. Oddbjorn
  19. Philomena
  20. Vorsila

Famous Polar Bear Names

Polar bears have been featured on our screens and in popular culture for years. As a result, there are many famous polar bears you can name your pet after.

Here are some popular famous names for your consideration;

  1. Bam-Bam
  2. Care Bear(s)
  3. Elvis
  4. Gummy Bear
  5. Little John
  6. Mr. Bean
  7. Narla
  8. Noah – From Noah’s Island
  9. Paddington
  10. Pooh
  11. Pooky
  12. Simba
  13. Smokey the Bear
  14. Stitch
  15. Ted
  16. Teddy
  17. Tigger
  18. Toto
  19. Woody
  20. Yogi

Disney Polar Bear Names

Disney has been responsible for many polar bear characters.

Here are some Disney and cartoon polar bear names to consider;

  1. Andy Panda
  2. Barney Bear
  3. Blubber Bear
  4. Boo Boo
  5. Breezly Bruin
  6. Brother Bear
  7. Cindy Bear
  8. Edwin
  9. Freddie
  10. Friend Bear
  11. Grizzly Gramps
  12. Grizzly Gran
  13. Honey Bear
  14. Humphrey
  15. Kwicky Koala
  16. Little Bear
  17. Lizzie
  18. Mama Bear
  19. Papa Bear
  20. Po
  21. Reginald Koala
  22. Rupert Bear
  23. Sister Bear
  24. Smokey
  25. Sugar Bear
  26. Teddy Ruxpin
  27. Tim
  28. Yogi Bear

Names For Polar Bear Teddies

Assuming you have a stuffed polar bear pet and/or a teddy bear, we have some cool names for you below;

  1. Archibald Clarabelle
  2. Barry Bear
  3. Basil
  4. Bella
  5. Blizzard
  6. Bobby
  7. Bojan
  8. Buttercup
  9. Buttons
  10. Eddy
  11. Elvis
  12. Flurry
  13. Fuzz
  14. Fuzzball
  15. Fuzzy
  16. Ginko
  17. Grace
  18. Gummi
  19. Harvey
  20. Honey
  21. Honey Pot
  22. Ice Bear
  23. Jasper
  24. Junior
  25. Kevin
  26. Koda
  27. Kumajiro
  28. Lars
  29. Love Bug
  30. Master Yo
  31. Maxie
  32. Mr. Cuddles
  33. Peaches
  34. Pooky
  35. Roosevelt
  36. Shiver
  37. Snowball Rosemary
  38. Snuggle Bug
  39. Snuggles
  40. Sonya
  41. Sooty
  42. Sprinkles
  43. Sprinkles Bella
  44. SuperTed
  45. Teri
  46. Tobby
  47. Twinky
  48. Victor
  49. Waldo
  50. White Snow
  51. Winnie
  52. Yogi

White Polar Bear Names

For names representative of a white bear’s looks, although polar bears aren’t actually white, consider the names below;

  1. Blanch
  2. Cotton
  3. Fluffy
  4. Frosty
  5. Ice bear
  6. Iceberg
  7. Ivory
  8. Milky
  9. Q-Tip
  10. San Diego
  11. Sea ice
  12. Snowflake

Name Inspiration

When it comes to naming a pet or teddy bear, the sky is the limit. There are countless options to choose from, whether you’re looking for a traditional name like “Teddy” or something more unique like “Gizmo.”

However, with so many possibilities, it can be hard to know where to start. If you’re struggling to come up with the perfect name for your new teddy bear, consider some of these ideas for inspiration.

For instance, you could name your bear after a favorite character from a book or movie. Alternatively, you could choose a name that has a special meaning to you or your family. Whatever you decide, the most important thing is that the name is perfect for your new furry friend.

Help Choosing The Perfect Name

Here are some tips to keep in mind when choosing a name for your bear:

  • Consider the bear’s personality when picking a name. For example, a calm and cuddly bear might have a different name than an adventurous and playful one.
  • Think about the bear’s physical characteristics, such as color, size, and build. This can help you narrow down your options.
  • If you’re struggling to come up with a name on your own, try looking for inspiration in books, movies, or even baby name lists.
  • Once you’ve found a few potential names, say them out loud to see how they sound. You might also want to try writing them down to get a better idea of which one is the perfect fit.
  • Ask your friends and family for their opinion on the names you’re considering. They might have some helpful insights that you haven’t considered.

No matter what name you choose, remember that it’s up to you to decide what’s best for your bear.

There’s no wrong answer, so go with your gut and pick the name that feels right.

FAQs

What Is The Polar Bears Scientific Name?

Ursus maritimus means sea bear in Latin.

Is a Polar Bear White in Color?

No. While polar bears appear to have white fur, they have black skin, and their coat doesn’t have white pigment.

Conclusion

There you go. We’ve listed all the names you could wish for above. We have names representative of gender, color, popular culture, and more! Take your pick above.

If you want more suggestions, consider using naming resources like blogoftom which offers new pet name suggestions. Choosing a name for any pet has never been easier with resources like blogoftom.

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