Cooper
KOO-pər
Popularity
#1501
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
118,804
Peak Year
#5,843 in 2024
First Recorded
1882
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Cooper is an English occupational surname referring to a barrel maker, derived from Middle English and Dutch.
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Numerology
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Famous Namesakes
Gary Cooper
Iconic American actor known for his stoic, understated style.
Anderson Cooper
American journalist, television personality and author.
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