Boy · 364th of 7,545
Booker
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
12,055
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1916
Peak Popularity Year
294
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Booker stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name 'Booker' originates from Old English, meaning 'scribe' or 'one who writes'. It evolved from 'bōcere' in Old English to 'Booker' in Modern English. The name is associated with intelligence and creativity. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 19th century. Notable figures include Booker T. Washington.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈbʊkər/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name 'Booker' is derived from the Old English word 'bōc', meaning 'book' or 'to write'. It originally referred to a scribe or someone who worked with books.
Meaning
scribe, bookkeeper, one who writes
Language Evolution
Bōcere (Old English), Bokier (Middle English), Booker (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a surname that transitioned into use as a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Book, Boo, Bookie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, 'Booker' is perceived as a strong and distinctive name, often associated with intelligence and creativity.
Famous People
Booker T. Washington - an influential African American educator and author, Booker DeWitt - a fictional character in the BioShock video game series
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 294 peak births in 1916
Geographic Spread
Popular across 31 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 364th of 7545 | 4,259 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 474th of 6773 | 2,784 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 689th of 7552 | 2,168 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1236th of 10718 | 732 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2452nd of 16616 | 413 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4215th of 24088 | 334 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1624th of 23106 | 1,219 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |