Skipper
Skipper: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Skipper
- A male given name.
How popular is Skipper?
Since 1880, 11 girls and 830 boys in the U.S. have been named Skipper (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #15075 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #1384 in 1962. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Skipper
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Skipper FAQ
What does the name Skipper mean?
A male given name.
How popular is the name Skipper?
Since 1880, 11 girls and 830 boys in the U.S. have been named Skipper (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #15075 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #1384 in 1962. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Skipper a boy or girl name?
Skipper is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 11 girls and 830 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.