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Hopper

♂ Boy

Pronounced HOP-ur /ˈhɒp.ər/High

Meaning: From the English occupational surname Hopper, 'a dancer or leaper' (from Old English hoppian, 'to hop or dance'). A lively, documented surname pick.Low

In 30 seconds: A playful surname-name: Hopper means 'dancer or leaper' (said 'HOP-ur'). Lively and characterful.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom the English occupational surname Hopper, 'a dancer or leaper' (from Old English hoppian, 'to hop or dance'). A lively, documented surname pick.
U.S. rank (2024)#12955 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 84

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201920092024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Hopper is an English occupational surname meaning 'a dancer or leaper,' from Old English hoppian, 'to hop or dance.' Carried into first-name use, it reads as lively and characterful, with a modern surname-name feel (said 'HOP-ur').

As a given name it is rare in the U.S. Rare, surname-style, and spirited.

Did you know? Hopper is an English occupational surname for 'a dancer or leaper,' from Old English hoppian, 'to hop.' It reads today as spirited and fun (said 'HOP-ur').
Overall data confidence 45%
References — Hopper — English occupational surname 'dancer/leaper'

Variations

Hoppar

Nicknames

HopHoppy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hopper mean?

Hopper is an English occupational surname meaning 'a dancer or leaper,' from Old English hoppian.

How do you pronounce Hopper?

It's said HOP-ur /ˈhɒp.ər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Hopper a boy or girl name?

Hopper is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Hopper?

Hopper is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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