Gunner
Gunner is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Bold warrior or battle fight; also an occupational term for an artillery soldier.
Origin and history
Gunner is derived from the Old Norse name Gunnarr, composed of elements meaning 'war' and 'warrior'. It is also heavily influenced by the English occupational noun for a heavy-artillery operator. In the United States, it gained significant popularity in the 1990s and 2000s as a modern, rugged choice.
Popularity in the United States
23,486 babies in the United States have been named Gunner since 1880. It ranks #770 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #393.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.6 %)
- CA (6 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
- OK (4.7 %)
- TN (4.4 %)
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 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 97 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,513 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,150 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,868 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,821 |
Famous people named Gunner
- Gunner Olszewski: Professional Athlete
Fun facts
- The name traces back to Gunnarnd, a heroic figure in Norse mythology and legendary Scandinavian sagas.
- Its popularity in the United States grew rapidly alongside other strong, occupational, and word-based names starting in the late 20th century.