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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who fulls cloth (a cloth-finishing trade)
- Origin
- English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- FOOL-er
Fuller comes from an English occupational surname for one who fulls cloth — a cloth-finishing trade. If you're drawn to names rooted in real, hands-on work rather than an invented meaning, Fuller fits that mold. It's a name with a clear trade history behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Fuller
Meaning: One who fulls cloth (a cloth-finishing trade).
Origin: English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Fuller
FOOL-erIPA /ˈfʊlər/
Popularity of Fuller
Fuller's biggest year on record was 1886, when it ranked #889 with 6 babies given the name; by 2024, across 138 years of Social Security data, it had dropped to #8516 with 9 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Fuller mean?
One who fulls cloth (a cloth-finishing trade). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Fuller?
Fuller is pronounced FOOL-er (IPA: /ˈfʊlər/).
Is Fuller a popular name right now?
Fuller peaked at #889 in 1886 and is ranked #8516 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1886–2024.)
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