Holding steady.
Popularity of Couper since 2000
Babies named Couper per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 86 |
| 2010s | 73 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Couper is a modern American given name that emerged as a spelling variant of the surname Cooper. It first appeared in Social Security records in 2000, and its use has remained steady but uncommon ever since, with its peak year occurring in 2010. As an occupational name, Couper shares its meaning with the more familiar Cooper, referring to a craftsman who made barrels. The name has stayed relatively stable in usage over the past decade, suggesting a small but consistent appeal among parents seeking a distinctive alternative to the more popular Cooper.
Couper is a variant spelling of Cooper, originating as an occupational surname for a barrel maker. The name derives from Middle English couper, from Old English coper, related to the Latin cupa meaning 'tub' or 'cask'. As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern masculine name drawn from the surname.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Coop
Variants: Cooper
Sibling names for Couper
Names that share Couper's style, for a brother or sister.
