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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Occupational surname for a baker, or the keeper of a communal oven
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- BAY-ker
Baker started out as an English occupational surname — literally naming a baker, or the person who kept a village's communal oven running. Today it's used as a given name for any gender, with a vintage feel and a name that says exactly what it sounds like: BAY-ker.
Meaning & Origin of Baker
Meaning: Occupational surname for a baker, or the keeper of a communal oven.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Baker
BAY-kerIPA /ˈbeɪkər/
Popularity of Baker
According to Social Security Administration records going back to 1895, Baker hit its highest point yet in 2024, ranking #313 with 1,089 babies given the name that year.
Names Like Baker
These names share Baker’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Baker mean?
Occupational surname for a baker, or the keeper of a communal oven. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Baker?
Baker is pronounced BAY-ker (IPA: /ˈbeɪkər/).
Is Baker a popular name right now?
Baker is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #313 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1895–2024.)
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