Cooper
Cooper first appears in US records in 1882. It peaked in 2025, when 7,472 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 7,472.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Cooper popular?
Near its peak Cooper is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 33,528 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 49,273 | |
| 2000s | 32,438 | |
| 1990s | 6,274 | |
| 1980s | 1,020 | |
| 1970s | 238 | |
| 1960s | 155 | |
| 1950s | 118 | |
| 1940s | 117 | |
| 1930s | 135 | |
| 1920s | 172 | |
| 1910s | 163 | |
| 1900s | 20 | |
| 1890s | 21 | |
| 1880s | 30 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Cooper mean?
Cooper is an English occupational surname for a maker of barrels and casks.
Nicknames for Cooper
- Coop
Variants & spellings
- Couper
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cooper mean?
Cooper means Barrel maker. Cooper is an English occupational surname for a maker of barrels and casks.
What is the origin of the name Cooper?
Cooper is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Cooper?
Cooper is pronounced “KOO-per.”
Is Cooper a boy or a girl name?
Cooper is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Cooper a popular name right now?
Cooper is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Cooper?
In 2025, Cooper ranked #27 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Cooper most popular?
Cooper was most popular in 2025, when about 7,472 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Cooper?
Common nicknames for Cooper include Coop.
What names are similar to Cooper?
Names similar to Cooper include Randall, Lincoln, Hudson, Bennett, Grayson.
What names go well with Cooper?
English names that pair well with Cooper include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.