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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Cloth seller or maker
- Origin
- English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- DRAY-per
Draper is an English occupational surname, originally used for someone who sold or made cloth. As a first name it carries that straightforward, trade-rooted history rather than any softer or symbolic meaning. If you're drawn to names with a clear, workmanlike origin story, Draper fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Draper
Meaning: Cloth seller or maker.
Origin: English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Draper
DRAY-perIPA /ˈdreɪpər/
Popularity of Draper
Draper reached its high point in 1980, when it ranked #1396 with 46 babies given the name; by 2022 it had fallen to #10078 with just 7 babies, based on Social Security data spanning 1921 to 2022.
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FAQ
What does the name Draper mean?
Cloth seller or maker. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Draper?
Draper is pronounced DRAY-per (IPA: /ˈdreɪpər/).
Is Draper a popular name right now?
Draper peaked at #1396 in 1980 and is ranked #10078 as of 2022. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1921–2022.)
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