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Skipper

SKIP-ər

Skipper is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English occupational name for a shipmaster or captain, from Middle English 'skippere.'”, and peaked in popularity in 1962.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Skipper Means

An English occupational name for a shipmaster or captain, from Middle English 'skippere.'

The Story of Skipper

This name once steered ships across oceans, and now it's ready to navigate the journey of your son's life.

Skipper originated as an English occupational name, stemming from the Middle English 'skippere,' meaning shipmaster or captain. It referred to someone who was in charge of a ship, evoking a sense of command and adventure. This name found its highest popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly around the 1960s, resonating with a spirit of exploration and leadership.

When you imagine your son, does he have a glint of daring in his eye? 'Skipper' is a name that feels like it’s already charting a course. When you write it on his birth announcement, it carries the steady confidence of someone who knows the way, a gentle but firm hand on the tiller.

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Numerology

9

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Personality Traits

LeaderAdventurousReliableDetermined

Peak Year

#33 in 1962

Total Births

830

First Recorded

1937

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