Declining since 2019.
Popularity of Culver since 1915
Babies named Culver per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 32 |
| 1920s | 37 |
| 1930s | 30 |
| 1940s | 16 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 22 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Culver is a rare given name with English surname origins, possibly derived from the Old English word for 'dove.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1915 and reached its peak popularity in 1916, when it was most commonly used. Since 2019, its trajectory has been falling, with only a handful of new registrations each year. Despite its lack of modern usage, Culver retains a vintage charm. Its top states historically were not concentrated regionally, and the name has not seen a revival in recent decades.
Culver is primarily an English surname transferred to given name use. The surname may derive from the Old English word 'culfre' meaning 'dove', though direct evidence is limited. It emerged as a given name in the early 20th century, peaking in the 1910s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cully
Sibling names for Culver
Names that share Culver's style, for a brother or sister.
