Kooper
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Barrel maker; one who makes casks
Origin: Old English and Middle Dutch occupational surname — from couper (barrel maker)
Popularity: Ranked #1024 in 2025 with 218 babies born.
History: Kooper surged in the 2020s as a K-spelling of Cooper. The creative first letter swap is classic American naming innovation. Kooper represents individuality through spelling.
Similar names: kope, konner, kyper, kerri, kerry, koe, korah, koree
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Kooper? About 1 in 13,530 babies born in 2025 were named Kooper, or roughly 0.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kooper
What does the name Kooper mean?
Kooper 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 Kooper?
Kooper 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 Kooper?
Kooper ranked #1024 in 2025 — given to 218 babies that year.
When was Kooper most popular?
Kooper peaked in 2022 with 230 babies registered that year.
Is Kooper a boy or girl name?
Kooper is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Koopers in registered births are male.
Is the name Kooper rising or falling in popularity?
Kooper has risen 7714 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8738 in 2020 to #1024 in 2025.
How long has Kooper been recorded?
Kooper appears in birth records across 35 years — from 1990 through 2025.