Brewer
Brewer is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
One who brews beer or ale.
Origin and history
Brewer originated as an English occupational surname for someone who brews beer or ale. In the United States, it has recently gained traction as a modern given name following the trend of using occupational surnames. Its usage has increased notably in the 2020s.
Popularity in the United States
1,390 babies in the United States have been named Brewer since 1880. It ranks #3328 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1149.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.1 %)
- TN (9.6 %)
- NC (8.9 %)
- OH (8.9 %)
- IN (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 15 |
| 1920-1930 | 16 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 13 |
| 2000-2010 | 101 |
| 2010-2019 | 366 |
| 2020-2029 | 869 |
Fun facts
- Derived from the Middle English word 'brewere', denoting the trade of brewing beverage alcohol.
- Over half of the recorded U.S. births for males named Brewer since 1880 have occurred since 2020.