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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Roofer or thatcher
- Origin
- German/English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- DEK-ur
Decker is an occupational surname with German and English roots, originally given to a roofer or thatcher. Pronounced DEK-ur, it's used as a gender-neutral name today, carrying that plain, trade-based origin rather than a symbolic or poetic one. If you like names with a concrete, work-rooted backstory, Decker fits that bill.
Meaning & Origin of Decker
Meaning: Roofer or thatcher.
Origin: German/English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Decker
DEK-urIPA /ˈdɛkər/
Popularity of Decker
SSA records for Decker run from 1990 to 2024, with the name peaking at #988 in 2018 when 210 babies received it. By 2024 it had eased to #1185 with 174 babies, a modest dip rather than a dramatic drop.
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FAQ
What does the name Decker mean?
Roofer or thatcher. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Decker?
Decker is pronounced DEK-ur (IPA: /ˈdɛkər/).
Is Decker a popular name right now?
Decker peaked at #988 in 2018 and is ranked #1185 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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