Boy · 283rd of 23,106
Iker
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
18,103
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2015
Peak Popularity Year
2,176
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Iker 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
Iker is a Basque name meaning 'visitation' or 'appearance'. It has evolved from its original form and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is associated with positive traits such as creativity and individuality, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈiːkər/
Origin
Basque
Etymology
The name Iker derives from the Basque word 'iker', which means 'visitation' or 'appearance'. It is often associated with the religious concept of divine visitation.
Meaning
visitation, appearance
Language Evolution
Iker, Ikerra
Historical Usage
Iker gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the Basque Country, and has since spread to other Spanish-speaking regions and beyond.
Variants & Derivatives
Ikerra, Ikeru
Modern Popularity & Image
Iker is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality, especially in Spain and Latin America.
Famous People
Iker Casillas, Spanish footballer, Iker Jiménez, Spanish journalist and television presenter
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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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,176 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 41 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 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 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 881st of 24088 | 3,314 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 283rd of 23106 | 14,782 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27734th of 30306 | 7 |