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      Meaning of the first name Hopper

      Origin

      American

      Meaning

      One Who Hops

      Variations

      Copper, Hooper, Topper
      The name Hopper, deriving from the American culture, finds its origins in an occupation-based name. Historically, this name was associated with individuals who were engaged in the activity of hopping, such as the practice of hop farming. The name Hopper referred to One Who Hops, indicating a person involved in the cultivation or harvesting of hops, which are the flowering plants used in brewing beer. This occupational name emerged during a time when the production of beer held significant importance in American society.

      In modern-day usage, the name Hopper still persists, although its association with the original occupation has significantly diminished. Today, the name is most commonly adopted as a last name rather than a given name. The Hopper name appears in a variety of contexts, as it is shared by numerous individuals across the United States, further extending its presence throughout different communities. While there may be various Hopper families who retain a connection with their historical roots in hop farming, many descendants of hop-related occupations have branched out into various professions, leaving the occupation behind but retaining the familial name as a part of their heritage. Overall, the name Hopper serves as a reminder of the vibrant history and industrial practices that were prominent in the earlier years of American society.

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      Ireland

      Ireland

      This is the most common surname associated with Hopper.
      Millie

      Millie

      This is the most common name of those married to a Hopper.
      Edward

      Edward

      This is the most common name for a child of a Hopper.
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      1852 is when there were the most people born with the first name Hopper.

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