Declining since 2020, #4,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Hatcher since 2001
Babies named Hatcher per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 298 |
| 2020s | 211 |
Meaning & origin
Hatcher is a rare modern given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. It peaked in popularity in 2021, but has since been falling in use. The name is an English occupational surname, originally denoting a hatchet maker, and fits the trend of surname-style first names. While it remains uncommon, its rugged sound and connection to craftsmanship give it a distinct appeal.
Hatcher is an English occupational surname derived from the Middle English 'hacchere,' meaning one who makes or sells hatchets. It emerged in the medieval period as a trade name for toolmakers. As a given name, it is a modern coinage, part of the trend of using surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hatch
Sibling names for Hatcher
Names that share Hatcher's style, for a brother or sister.
