Warner
Warner is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Army guard or defending warrior.
Origin and history
Warner is a surname turned masculine given name of Germanic origin, historically related to Werner. It is derived from roots meaning 'guard' or 'army defending.' In the U.S., it remains a relatively uncommon choice with steady usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
8,554 babies in the United States have been named Warner since 1880. It ranks #1308 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1216.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.9 %)
- VA (9.6 %)
- TX (9.3 %)
- OH (7.2 %)
- GA (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 168 |
| 1890-1900 | 191 |
| 1900-1910 | 189 |
| 1910-1920 | 728 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,186 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,316 |
| 1940-1950 | 822 |
| 1950-1960 | 624 |
| 1960-1970 | 539 |
| 1970-1980 | 304 |
| 1980-1990 | 265 |
| 1990-2000 | 229 |
| 2000-2010 | 403 |
| 2010-2019 | 825 |
| 2020-2029 | 765 |
Famous people named Warner
- Warner Oland: actor
Fun facts
- Warner originally developed as a High German and Old French occupational surname referring to a park keeper or game warden.
- The name is widely recognized globally through Warner Bros., the iconic entertainment studio founded by the Warner brothers.