Boy · 71st of 23,106
Cooper
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
118,804
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
5,843
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cooper 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 Cooper has its roots in Old English, meaning 'barrel maker'. It evolved through Middle English and has been used as a given name since the 19th century. The name reflects traits of craftsmanship and reliability, and it does not have any biblical significance. Today, Cooper is a popular name associated with various notable individuals.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkuːpər/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Cooper derives from the Middle English 'coupere' and the Old English 'cūpere', which refers to a barrel maker or someone who makes wooden casks.
Meaning
barrel maker
Language Evolution
Old English: cūpere, Middle English: coupere, Modern English: Cooper
Historical Usage
The name Cooper became more popular as a surname in the Middle Ages, particularly in England, and has been used as a first name since the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Coope, Cuper, Kuper
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cooper is viewed as a strong, classic name that conveys a sense of craftsmanship and reliability.
Famous People
Cooper Kupp, American football player, Gary Cooper, American actor, Bobby Cooper, American professional wrestler
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 5,843 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1701st of 7545 | 318 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2083rd of 6773 | 231 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2225th of 7552 | 252 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1922nd of 10718 | 364 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 617th of 16616 | 4,036 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 123rd of 24088 | 51,273 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 71st of 23106 | 59,672 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8745th of 27321 | 120 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2627th of 35406 | 1,007 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1736th of 30306 | 1,474 |