Skip
Skip: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Skip
- A male given name from Old Norse.
How popular is Skip?
Since 1880, 2,116 boys in the U.S. have been named Skip. Its highest rank for boys was #756 in 1960. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Skip
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Sibling name ideas for Skip
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Skip FAQ
What does the name Skip mean?
A male given name from Old Norse.
What is the origin of the name Skip?
Skip is listed as a name of Norse origin.
How popular is the name Skip?
Since 1880, 2,116 boys in the U.S. have been named Skip. Its highest rank for boys was #756 in 1960. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Skip a boy or girl name?
Skip is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,116 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.