Lister
LIS-ter
Lister is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname-turned-first name, derived from a profession (dyer) or location. Meaning depends on root.”, and peaked in popularity in 1928.
What Lister Means
“An English surname-turned-first name, derived from a profession (dyer) or location. Meaning depends on root.”
The Story of Lister
This name, first recorded in 1914, carries the sturdy reliability of a profession and a grounding, practical nature.
Lister is an English surname that has transitioned into a first name. It most likely derives from an occupational name for a dyer of cloth, or possibly from a place name.
You see your son as a grounded individual, someone dependable and strong. This name speaks to a practical mindset and a determined spirit, a reliable presence in your life.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#13 in 1928
Total Births
128
First Recorded
1914
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