Trapper Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTRAP-er / ˈtræpərEnglish; Native American
Meaning
English: one who traps animals; Native American: unknown
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Trapper is derived from the English word 'trap,' referring to someone who catches animals. It has associations with the fur trade and wilderness survival, particularly in North America. The name may also reflect a connection to Native American cultures, where trapping was a significant practice for sustenance and trade.
Trend Summary
The name Trapper has seen limited use and remains relatively uncommon in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trapper was first seen in the United States in 1975. Trapper has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Utah, Texas, Alaska, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Trapper has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trapper (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 41 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 21 |