Copper
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Barrel maker; one who makes casks
Origin: Old English and Middle Dutch occupational surname — from couper (barrel maker)
Popularity: Ranked #2947 in 2025 with 42 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Cooper. Shares the meaning 'Barrel maker; one who makes casks.'
Similar names: cooper, cope, conner, coyer, coe, corah, corey, corie
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Copper? About 1 in 61,639 babies born in 2025 were named Copper, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Copper
What does the name Copper mean?
Copper means “Barrel maker; one who makes casks” from Old English and Middle Dutch occupational surname — from couper (barrel maker) roots.
What is the origin of the name Copper?
Copper has Old English and Middle Dutch occupational surname — from couper (barrel maker) origin. The traditional meaning is “Barrel maker; one who makes casks”.
How popular is Copper?
Copper ranked #2941 in 2025 — given to 42 babies that year.
When was Copper most popular?
Copper peaked in 2025 with 42 babies registered that year.
Is Copper a boy or girl name?
Copper is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 72% of Coppers are boys and 28% are girls.
Is the name Copper rising or falling in popularity?
Copper has risen 7850 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10791 in 2020 to #2941 in 2025.
How long has Copper been recorded?
Copper appears in birth records across 24 years — from 1978 through 2025.