Porter

Boy's name

Porter is an English occupational surname derived from the Latin word "portarius," meaning "gatekeeper" or "doorkeeper." It was originally used to describe someone who carried loads.

Meaning Doorkeeper
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 463
Peak year 2015

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Names Starting With P

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Porter Robinson - Music producer and DJ.
  • Porter Wagoner - Country singer and songwriter.
  • Porter Moser - College basketball coach.
  • Porter Goss - Former CIA director.
  • Porter Rockwell - Wild West figure and bodyguard to Joseph Smith.
  • Porter Stansberry - Financial newsletter writer and investment advisor.

Brothers for Porter

Boy names closely related to Porter

Hank Beckham Brooks Tate Wells Clay Dax Daxton

Sisters for Porter

Girl names closely related to Porter

Millie Murphy Aspen Finley Haven Gracie Josie Della

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