Skip Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationskip / /skɪp/English; American
Meaning
English: to skip; American: a nickname for someone who skips or jumps
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Skip is often used as a diminutive or nickname in American culture. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. The name is associated with a playful and energetic connotation, reflecting a lighthearted personality. It is less common as a formal given name and is often used informally.
Trend Summary
The name Skip has seen limited popularity and is primarily used as a nickname.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Skip was first seen in the United States in 1930. Skip has ranked as high as #1041 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Skip has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Skip (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 25 |
| 1945 | 28 |
| 1946 | 34 |
| 1947 | 58 |
| 1948 | 46 |
| 1949 | 51 |
| 1950 | 43 |
| 1951 | 72 |
| 1952 | 56 |
| 1953 | 63 |
| 1954 | 53 |
| 1955 | 71 |
| 1956 | 67 |
| 1957 | 66 |
| 1958 | 93 |
| 1959 | 83 |
| 1960 | 105 |
| 1961 | 68 |
| 1962 | 67 |
| 1963 | 54 |
| 1964 | 53 |
| 1965 | 46 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 37 |
| 1968 | 32 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 29 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 13 |