Booker

Boy's name

Booker is of Old English origin, derived from the word "bocere," meaning scribe or writer.

Meaning Maker of books
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 152 Rising
Peak year 1916

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Names Starting With B

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Booker T. Washington - Educator, civil rights leader
  • Booker T. Jones - Musician, member of Booker T. & the M.G.'s
  • Booker T. Huffman - Professional wrestler, WWE Hall of Famer

Brothers for Booker

Boy names closely related to Booker

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Sisters for Booker

Girl names closely related to Booker

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