Bishop

At a Glance: Name: Bishop – Meaning: an overseer or senior clergy official (the church title 'bishop') – Origin: English (occupational surname 'Bishop, ' ultimately from Greek epískopos via Latin/Old English) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: BISH-up

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Bishop comes from the English occupational surname ‘Bishop,’ tracing back through Old English and Latin to the Greek word for an overseer — the same root behind the church title. It's pronounced BISH-up. If you're drawn to names with a clear, traceable meaning tied to a title of authority, this is one to consider.

Meaning & Origin of Bishop

Meaning: An overseer or senior clergy official (the church title 'bishop').

Origin: English (occupational surname 'Bishop, ' ultimately from Greek epískopos via Latin/Old English).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Bishop

Phonetic: BISH-up   IPA: /ˈbɪʃəp/

Popularity of Bishop

Bishop hit its highest rank at #416 back in 1890, when 19 boys were given the name. As of 2024 it ranks #1194, with 171 boys given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Bishop mean?

An overseer or senior clergy official (the church title ‘bishop’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Bishop)

How do you pronounce Bishop?

Bishop is pronounced BISH-up (IPA: /ˈbɪʃəp/).

Is Bishop a popular name right now?

Bishop peaked at #416 in 1890 and is ranked #1194 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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