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Statler
Pronounced STAT-lər /ˈstæt.lər/High
Meaning: From a German occupational surname — linked to 'a stable/stall keeper' or 'a place/settled one' (from Statt, 'place'); routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Statler comes from a German occupational surname — variously linked to 'a stable or stall keeper' or 'a settled one' (from Statt, 'a place, a stead'; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, distinctive, sturdy surname-name (the Statler Brothers; the Muppets' Statler).
It registers thinly as a first name. Rare, a-stable-keeper at the (likely) root, and sturdy.
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What does the name Statler mean?
Statler is a German surname, linked to 'a stable keeper' or 'a settled one'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Statler?
It's said STAT-lər /ˈstæt.lər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Statler a boy or girl name?
Statler is a boy's name.
How popular is Statler?
Statler is a rare name in the U.S.