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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who fulls/finishes cloth
- Origin
- English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- TUCK-er
Tucker (TUCK-er, /ˈtʌkər/) started out as an English occupational surname for someone who fulled or finished cloth, and it's kept that straightforward, work-rooted feel as a first name. It reads as modern with a bit of an edge — the kind of name that fits alongside other trailblazer-style picks for a boy.
Meaning & Origin of Tucker
Meaning: One who fulls/finishes cloth.
Origin: English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Tucker
TUCK-erIPA /ˈtʌkər/
Popularity of Tucker
Tucker peaked at #173 in 2016 with 2,311 babies given the name, and has since eased down to #200 in 2024 with 1,781 — still a familiar, steadily-used name, just past its high point.
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FAQ
What does the name Tucker mean?
One who fulls/finishes cloth. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Tucker?
Tucker is pronounced TUCK-er (IPA: /ˈtʌkər/).
Is Tucker a popular name right now?
Tucker peaked at #173 in 2016 and is ranked #200 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1884–2024.)
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