Ranger

At a Glance: Name: Ranger – Meaning: one who patrols and protects an area (forest guardian) – Origin: English (occupational word) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: RAYN-jur

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Ranger is an English occupational word turned given name, pronounced RAYN-jur, with a clear, literal meaning: one who patrols and protects an area, like a forest guardian. It's a neutral name with a bohemian, trailblazing, outdoorsy character.

Meaning & Origin of Ranger

Meaning: One who patrols and protects an area (forest guardian).

Origin: English (occupational word).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Ranger

Phonetic: RAYN-jur   IPA: /ˈreɪndʒər/

Popularity of Ranger

SSA records dating back to 1958 show Ranger has stayed a rare pick: it hit a peak rank of #1444 in 2022 with 126 babies given the name, then slipped to #1533 in 2024 with 115.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1958–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Ranger mean?

One who patrols and protects an area (forest guardian). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Ranger)

How do you pronounce Ranger?

Ranger is pronounced RAYN-jur (IPA: /ˈreɪndʒər/).

Is Ranger a popular name right now?

Ranger is near its all-time peak (#1444 in 2022), ranked #1533 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1958–2024.)

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