What is the origin of the surname Behr? The surname Behr is of German origin, derived from Middle High German word ber meaning bear, originally a nickname for someone thought to resemble a bear in strength, appearance, or temperament, or a metonymic occupational name for bear keeper or someone who lived near bear. It is also found as Jewish Ashkenazi surname, where Behr is variant of Ber, from Hebrew Dov meaning bear, often used as given name. The surname is common in Germany, with variations like Baer, Bear, Behr, and Beer. In German, Behr can also be from personal name Behr or Bernhard. As surname, it is topographic or nickname origin, dating back to medieval times when animal names were used as nicknames. The Behr paint brand is named after founder, with Behr Process Corporation founded in 1947. So origin is German, meaning bear, from nickname or personal name, with both German and Ashkenazi Jewish usage.
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