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Korver

♂ Boy

Pronounced KOR-ver /ˈkɔr.vər/High

Meaning: A Dutch occupational surname — from korf, 'a basket', hence 'a basket-maker/seller'; we note the surnameLow

In 30 seconds: A basket-maker: Korver is a Dutch surname. Crisp, modern, and warm.

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Origin LowDutch

MeaningA Dutch occupational surname — from korf, 'a basket', hence 'a basket-maker/seller'; we note the surname

U.S. rank (2024)#8659 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 216

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Korver is a Dutch occupational surname — from korf, 'a basket', hence 'a basket-maker/seller' (we note the surname). A crisp, modern name (said 'KOR-ver').

In the U.S. it appears as a modern surname-name. Rare, a-basket-maker at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Korver is a Dutch occupational surname, 'a basket-maker/seller' (from korf, 'a basket') — a crisp surname-name (we note the surname; said 'KOR-ver').

Overall data confidence 36%

References — Korver — occupational surname

Variations

Korvor

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Korver mean?

Korver is a Dutch occupational surname, 'a basket-maker/seller' (from korf, 'a basket'). We note the surname.

How do you pronounce Korver?

It's said KOR-ver /ˈkɔr.vər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Korver a boy or girl name?

Korver is a boy's name.

How popular is Korver?

Korver is a very rare name in the U.S.