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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who fishes
- Origin
- English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- FISH-er
Fisher comes from an English occupational surname that simply means "one who fishes." It's pronounced FISH-er, and it's used as a given name for any gender. Social Security's records for Fisher as a first name go all the way back to 1882.
Meaning & Origin of Fisher
Meaning: One who fishes.
Origin: English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Fisher
FISH-erIPA /ˈfɪʃər/
Popularity of Fisher
Fisher hit its high point in 2017, ranking #764 with 307 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had eased to #897, with 262 babies.
Names Like Fisher
These names share Fisher’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Fisher mean?
One who fishes. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Fisher?
Fisher is pronounced FISH-er (IPA: /ˈfɪʃər/).
Is Fisher a popular name right now?
Fisher peaked at #764 in 2017 and is ranked #897 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)
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