Declining since 2015, #2,207 for boys today.
Popularity of Fischer since 1993
Babies named Fischer per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 150 |
| 2000s | 615 |
| 2010s | 944 |
| 2020s | 449 |
Meaning & origin
Fischer entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1993 and rose slowly in popularity, peaking in 2015. Since then its usage has declined: in 2025 it ranked 2,207th nationally, given to roughly 1 in 26,689 newborns. The name is most common in Texas and Florida, reflecting a broader trend of surname-style given names. Fischer represents a modern adaptation of a traditional German occupational surname, fitting the pattern of names like Cooper and Mason that have crossed over from last names to first names.
Fischer is a German and English surname derived from the occupation of fishing. As a given name, it began appearing in the United States in the late 20th century, following the trend of using surnames as first names. It shares roots with the English surname Fisher, both ultimately from Old English fiscere or German Fischer.
Where Fischer is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fish, Fisch
Variants: Fisher
Sibling names for Fischer
Names that share Fischer's style, for a brother or sister.
