Cutter
Cutter is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
One who cuts; an occupational title for a tailor or craftsman.
Origin and history
Cutter is an English surname-turned-first-name originally denoting an occupational trade, such as a cloth cutter, gem cutter, or tailor. In the United States, it emerged as a rare given name late in the 20th century and maintains moderate, steady usage as a modern occupational choice. Its brisk, sharp sound aligns with contemporary naming trends favoring crisp surname-style choices.
Popularity in the United States
1,682 babies in the United States have been named Cutter since 1880. It ranks #3097 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1687.
States where it is most popular
- TX (82.3 %)
- OK (9.7 %)
- FL (2.5 %)
- AZ (1.7 %)
- KS (1.4 %)
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 | 63 |
| 1990-2000 | 278 |
| 2000-2010 | 638 |
| 2010-2019 | 463 |
| 2020-2029 | 240 |
Fun facts
- Originally assigned to tradespeople who cut cloth, stone, or gems in medieval England.
- It transitioned to a given name alongside other sharp, action-oriented surnames in late 20th-century U.S. naming culture.