Cooper
Cooper is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Maker or repairer of wooden casks and barrels.
Origin and history
Cooper originated as an English occupational surname derived from the Middle English word for a barrel or cask maker. While traditionally a masculine name, it has increasingly been adopted for girls in the United States as part of the broader trend of using occupational surnames for female infants. Modern usage in the U.S. reflects a unisex appeal with a contemporary, grounded feel.
Popularity in the United States
2,782 babies in the United States have been named Cooper since 1880. It ranks #3357 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1281.
States where it is most popular
- TX (25 %)
- CA (14.7 %)
- NC (11.4 %)
- FL (6 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 20 |
| 1990-2000 | 166 |
| 2000-2010 | 645 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,072 |
| 2020-2029 | 879 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Latin 'cupa', meaning vat or tub, which gave rise to the trade of coopering.
- Long established as a popular boy's name, Cooper has gained notable traction for girls in the U.S. in recent decades.