Banner
Banner is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Flag-bearer or maker of banners.
Origin and history
Banner originated as an English occupational or habitational surname referring to a flag-bearer or banner-maker. While historically rare as a given name in the United States, it has seen a mild increase in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
799 babies in the United States have been named Banner since 1880. It ranks #3877 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1554.
States where it is most popular
- TX (46 %)
- NC (12.7 %)
- FL (11.9 %)
- CA (8.7 %)
- OK (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 23 |
| 1920-1930 | 11 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 22 |
| 2000-2010 | 48 |
| 2010-2019 | 306 |
| 2020-2029 | 374 |
Fun facts
- It derives from the Old French word 'banniere', denoting a standard-bearer or someone who carried a banner in battle.
- It is widely recognized as the surname of Bruce Banner, the alter ego of the comic book superhero the Incredible Hulk.