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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Barrel maker
- Origin
- English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KOO-per
Cooper started out as an English occupational surname — it literally meant someone who made barrels — before becoming a popular boy's given name. It's pronounced KOO-per, and it carries a timeless, classic feel rather than a trendy one. If you like a name with a plain, real-world meaning behind it, Cooper fits the bill.
Meaning & Origin of Cooper
Meaning: Barrel maker.
Origin: English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Cooper
KOO-perIPA /ˈkuːpər/
Popularity of Cooper
Cooper hit its highest rank on record in 2024, landing at #50 with 5,699 babies given the name that year — the top of a range tracked all the way back to 1882.
Names Like Cooper
These names share Cooper’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Cooper mean?
Barrel maker. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Cooper?
Cooper is pronounced KOO-per (IPA: /ˈkuːpər/).
Is Cooper a popular name right now?
Cooper is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #50 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)
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