Holding steady, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Skip since 1930
Babies named Skip per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 36 |
| 1940s | 296 |
| 1950s | 667 |
| 1960s | 518 |
| 1970s | 260 |
| 1980s | 187 |
| 1990s | 33 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 69 |
Meaning & origin
Skip is a distinctly American nickname-turned-given name, rooted in the English verb 'to skip.' It first appeared on U.S. records in 1930 and saw its highest usage in 1960, peaking that year. In 2025, the name ranked 6,446th with 1 in 131,390 boys receiving it, reflecting a stable trajectory. Skip has no strong regional association, but its mid-century peak mirrors the popularity of informal, cheerful names. While never common, it maintains a recognizable, friendly quality that keeps it in occasional use.
Skip originated as a nickname, likely from the English word 'skip,' meaning to leap or move lightly. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as a casual given name. Its rise in the 1960s reflects the era's fondness for informal, one-syllable names.
Sibling names for Skip
Names that share Skip's style, for a brother or sister.
