US Popularity Rank: 5956

Origin: German

Meaning: Peasant; Farmer; Neighbor; Fellow citizen

Bauer is a boy's name rooted in the heart of the German countryside. Originating from Middle High German būr, Bauer means "peasant" and "farmer" and is a great way to pass down your green thumb to baby. But there's more to Bauer than just plowing fields - this moniker carries secondary meanings of "neighbor" and "fellow citizen." Bauer will remind your little one of the importance of growing plants and friendships!