Cooper
boy name#27 in 2025Cooper entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #27 in 2025, ranks #27 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1882–2025
#27
rank today
#27
peak (2025)
7,472
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #855 |
| 1890s | #1064 |
| 1900s | #1138 |
| 1910s | #1508 |
| 1920s | #1970 |
| 1930s | #2047 |
| 1940s | #2237 |
| 1950s | #2521 |
| 1960s | #2266 |
| 1970s | #2040 |
| 1980s | #959 |
| 1990s | #438 |
| 2000s | #144 |
| 2010s | #82 |
| 2020s | #54 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cooper has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio.
Living bearers
About 122,000 people named Cooper are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cooper is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cooper in 2025?
- Cooper ranks #27 among US boy names in 2025, with 7,472 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cooper most popular?
- Cooper peaked in 2025, reaching #27 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cooper with classmates?
- Roughly 1 in 9 classrooms will have a Cooper.
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