Decker Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEK-er / /ˈdɛkər/English; German
Meaning
English: roofer; German: one who works with a deck
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Decker originally referred to a person who worked on roofs or decks of buildings. In German, it is derived from the word 'decke,' meaning 'to cover' or 'deck,' indicating a similar occupational background.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Deck
- Deckerly
International Variants
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Famous people named Decker
Decker Sadowski — American football player.
Fictional characters named Decker
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Decker was first seen in the United States in 1990. Decker has ranked as high as #1174 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Colorado, Florida, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Decker has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Decker (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| TN | 12 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| WI | 9 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| MN | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| KS | 7 | |
| IA | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 72 |
| 2013 | 82 |
| 2014 | 180 |
| 2015 | 182 |
| 2016 | 200 |
| 2017 | 203 |
| 2018 | 210 |
| 2019 | 198 |
| 2020 | 205 |
| 2021 | 202 |
| 2022 | 219 |
| 2023 | 180 |
| 2024 | 174 |