The Easter Bunny is a symbol deeply linked to fertility, renewal, and new beginnings, stemming from pagan spring festivals where rabbits represented fertility due to their prolific breeding. The tradition likely originated from early Christian and pagan customs merging, particularly involving the Germanic goddess Eostre, who was associated with spring and fertility and may have had the hare as her sacred animal. The Easter Bunny tradition, especially the idea of the bunny delivering eggs, arose in 17th century Germany and was brought to America by German immigrants, evolving into the modern custom where the bunny brings eggs, candies, and treats to children as part of Easter celebrations. Thus, the bunny symbolizes the arrival of spring and the promise of new life, fitting the themes of Easter, which celebrates resurrection and renewal.