Roper
Roper is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Rope maker or maker of cords.
Origin and history
Roper is an English surname-turned-given-name that originally denoted a rope maker. Though traditionally rare in the United States, it has seen a modest rise in usage in recent years as a rugged, occupational name choice. Its sound aligns with popular modern trends featuring 'er' endings and cowboy or western imagery.
Popularity in the United States
647 babies in the United States have been named Roper since 1880. It ranks #4029 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1690.
States where it is most popular
- TX (43.2 %)
- OK (33.3 %)
- MO (10.5 %)
- UT (6.8 %)
- AL (3.1 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 50 |
| 2000-2010 | 147 |
| 2010-2019 | 213 |
| 2020-2029 | 237 |
Fun facts
- Derived from the Middle English word 'roper', which identified someone who crafted ropes or cords.
- More than a third of all U.S. births recorded with the given name Roper have occurred since 2020.