Rising since 1997, #4,139 for boys today.
Popularity of Becker since 1989
Babies named Becker per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 130 |
| 2010s | 227 |
| 2020s | 158 |
Meaning & origin
Becker is a modern U.S. given name derived from the common German occupational surname meaning 'baker.' It first appeared on the Social Security Administration's baby name charts in 1989, a relatively recent entry. The name has seen a gradual upward trend in usage, with its rank at 4,139 in 2025 and a peak popularity in 2023. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 1997, though the rate of increase has been modest. In 2025, approximately 1 in 68,323 boys were named Becker. The name's strongest association is with Texas, which appears as the top state for the name. As a surname-as-first-name, it fits into a broader category of occupational and patronymic names that have become fashionable in recent decades. Becker lacks well-known nicknames or variants in English, and its use as a given name remains rare compared to its surname popularity.
Becker is a German occupational surname meaning 'baker' (from Middle High German 'beckære'). As a given name, it follows the modern trend of using surnames as first names. It has been used in the United States since the late 20th century, primarily in Texas and other states with German-American heritage.
Where Becker is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Bäcker
Sibling names for Becker
Names that share Becker's style, for a brother or sister.
