Tucker Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Tucker was brought to America by the Pilgrims and has been present since the 17th century.

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A Deep Dive

Tucker Overview

Meaning

Cloth fuller, tailor

Gender

Boy

Origin

English

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English word “tucian,” meaning “to tuck” or “to cloth,” originally an occupational surname for a cloth fuller.

Pronunciation

/ˈtʌk.ər/

Popularity

Tucker is well-loved in the USA and Australia. In 2023, Tucker ranked #176 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

6 (Nurturing, Responsible, Balanced)

Name Styles

Modern, Cool, Occupational

Associated Traits

Energetic, rugged, friendly
A Deep Dive

Tucker Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Tuck, Tuckerman, Tuckerly, Tuckson, Tukker

Common Nicknames

Tucky Wucky, Tuter, Tuck Bex, Tucko, Tuco, Tuki, Tuccio, Tuccino, Tuca

Diminutives

Tuck, Tuckie, Tuckles, Tuck-Tuck, Taco

Famous People

  • Tucker Carlson
    (American Journalist)
  • Tucker Max
    (American Author)
  • Tucker Beathard
    (American Musician)
  • Tucker Albrizzi
    (American Actor)
  • Tucker Hibbert
    (American Snowmobile Racer)
  • Tucker West
    (American Luger)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Tucker McCall
    ("The Young and the Restless," TV Series)
  • Tucker Crowe
    ("Juliet, Naked," Film)
  • "Tucker & Dale vs. Evil"
    (Film)
  • Tucker Foley
    ("Danny Phantom," TV Series)
  • "Tucker: The Man and His Dream"
    (Film)

Places

  • Tucker City
    (Georgia, USA)
  • Tucker Park
    (Virginia, USA)
  • Tucker Creek
    (North Carolina, USA)
  • Tucker Mountain
    (Vermont, USA)
  • Tucker Beach
    (Otago, New Zealand)

What Is the Meaning of Tucker?

The name Tucker translates to “one who tucks” or “fabric pleater.” It is often linked with a diligent and skilled nature, reflecting traits of precision and craftsmanship.

What Is the Origin of The Name Tucker?

The name Tucker has English origins, derived from the Middle English word “tucian,” which means “to tuck” or “to cloth.” It originally was an occupational surname for someone who worked as a cloth fuller, responsible for processing and thickening woolen cloth.

Tucker Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Tucker in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1802021#1972022#2052023
Top 3 Rankings#1732016#1762014#1792013

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Tucker

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023205
(-8 from 2022)
1802
(-128 from 2022)
0.09841
2022197
(-17 from 2021)
1930
(-206 from 2021)
0.10304
2021180
(+11 from 2020)
2136
(+124 from 2020)
0.11400
2020191
(+4 from 2019)
2012
(-5 from 2019)
0.10878
2019195
(-12 from 2018)
2017
(-154 from 2018)
0.10496
2018183
(-4 from 2017)
2171
(-50 from 2017)
0.11169
2017179
(-6 from 2016)
2221
(-89 from 2016)
0.11222
2016173
(+13 from 2015)
2310
(+77 from 2015)
0.11404
2015186
(-10 from 2014)
2233
(-189 from 2014)
0.10922
2014176
(+3 from 2013)
2422
(+181 from 2013)
0.11819
2013179
(+6 from 2012)
2241
(+199 from 2012)
0.11090
2012185
(+11 from 2011)
2042
(+202 from 2011)
0.10063
2011196
(+8 from 2010)
1840
(+86 from 2010)
0.09058
2010204
(+21 from 2009)
1754
(+142 from 2009)
0.08538
2009225
(+13 from 2008)
1612
(+68 from 2008)
0.07600
2008238
(+8 from 2007)
1544
(+80 from 2007)
0.07081
2007246
(+15 from 2006)
1464
(+152 from 2006)
0.06609
2006261
(+12 from 2005)
1312
(+88 from 2005)
0.05984
2005273
(+14 from 2004)
1224
(+117 from 2004)
0.05754
2004287
(+8 from 2003)
1107
(+67 from 2003)
0.05238
2003295
(+1 from 2002)
1040
(+41 from 2002)
0.04950
2002296
(-9 from 2001)
999
(-42 from 2001)
0.04834
2001287
(+1 from 2000)
1041
(-6 from 2000)
0.05033
2000288
(+7 from 1999)
1047
(+76 from 1999)
0.05014
1999295
(+11 from 1998)
971
(+51 from 1998)
0.04762
1998306
(-4 from 1997)
920
(+18 from 1997)
0.04537
1997302
(+24 from 1996)
902
(+99 from 1996)
0.04515
1996326
(+22 from 1995)
803
(+94 from 1995)
0.04008
1995348
(+4 from 1994)
709
(+15 from 1994)
0.03525
1994352
(+30 from 1993)
694
(+93 from 1993)
0.03405
1993382
(+60 from 1992)
601
(+103 from 1992)
0.02910
1992442
(+3 from 1991)
498
(+10 from 1991)
0.02372
1991445
(+30 from 1990)
488
(+54 from 1990)
0.02302
1990475
(+22 from 1989)
434
(+63 from 1989)
0.02017
1989497
(+129 from 1988)
371
(+143 from 1988)
0.01770
1988626
(+146 from 1987)
228
(+86 from 1987)
0.01139
1987772
(+88 from 1986)
142
(+31 from 1986)
0.00728
1986860
(-112 from 1985)
111
(-30 from 1985)
0.00578
1985748
(-35 from 1984)
141
(-8 from 1984)
0.00733
1984713
(+73 from 1983)
149
(+26 from 1983)
0.00794
1983786
(+121 from 1982)
123
(+26 from 1982)
0.00660
1982907
(+58 from 1981)
97
(+10 from 1981)
0.00514
1981965
(-94 from 1980)
87
(-17 from 1980)
0.00467
1980871
(+105 from 1979)
104
(+22 from 1979)
0.00561
1979976
(-9 from 1978)
82
(+2 from 1978)
0.00458
1978967
(+80 from 1977)
80
(+12 from 1977)
0.00468
19771047
(-5 from 1976)
68
(+4 from 1976)
0.00398
19761042
(+24 from 1975)
64
(+3 from 1975)
0.00392
19751066
(+285 from 1974)
61
(+21 from 1974)
0.00376
19741351
(+261 from 1973)
40
(+11 from 1973)
0.00245
19731612
(-285 from 1972)
29
(-11 from 1972)
0.00180
19721327
(+74 from 1971)
40
(+3 from 1971)
0.00239
19711401
(+298 from 1970)
37
(+11 from 1970)
0.00204
19701699
(-19 from 1969)
26
(+2 from 1969)
0.00136
19691680
(+51 from 1968)
24
(+3 from 1968)
0.00131
19681731
(-343 from 1967)
21
(-9 from 1967)
0.00118
19671388
(+153 from 1966)
30
(+5 from 1966)
0.00169
19661541
(-56 from 1965)
25
(-2 from 1965)
0.00138
19651485
(+1369 from 1964)
27
(+18 from 1964)
0.00143
19642854
(-739 from 1963)
9
(-6 from 1963)
0.00044
19632115
(-217 from 1962)
15
(-3 from 1962)
0.00073
19621898
(+171 from 1961)
18
(+2 from 1961)
0.00086
19612069
(+142 from 1960)
16
(+2 from 1960)
0.00074
19602211
(+824 from 1959)
14
(+6 from 1959)
0.00065
19593035
(-1392 from 1958)
8
(-15 from 1958)
0.00037
19581643
(+376 from 1957)
23
(+7 from 1957)
0.00107
19572019
(+72 from 1956)
16
(+1 from 1956)
0.00073
19562091
(-409 from 1955)
15
(-6 from 1955)
0.00070
19551682
(+909 from 1954)
21
(+11 from 1954)
0.00100
19542591
(+118 from 1953)
10
(+1 from 1953)
0.00048
19532709
(-457 from 1952)
9
(-3 from 1952)
0.00045
19522252
(-348 from 1951)
12
(-4 from 1951)
0.00061
19511904
(+207 from 1950)
16
(+3 from 1950)
0.00084
19502111
(-239 from 1949)
13
(-3 from 1949)
0.00071
19491872
(+346 from 1948)
16
(+4 from 1948)
0.00089
19482218
(-368 from 1947)
12
(-5 from 1947)
0.00067
19471850
(-410 from 1946)
17
(-7 from 1946)
0.00092
19461440
(+1303 from 1945)
24
(+17 from 1945)
0.00145
19452743
(-853 from 1944)
7
(-7 from 1944)
0.00051
19441890
(+842 from 1943)
14
(+6 from 1943)
0.00101
19432732
(-786 from 1942)
8
(-6 from 1942)
0.00055
19421946
(+545 from 1941)
14
(+5 from 1941)
0.00099
19412491
(-13 from 1940)
9
No change from 1940
0.00072
19402478
(+635 from 1939)
9
(+3 from 1939)
0.00076
19393113
(-245 from 1938)
6
(-1 from 1938)
0.00053
19382868
(-536 from 1937)
7
(-3 from 1937)
0.00062
19372332
(+296 from 1936)
10
(+2 from 1936)
0.00091
19362628
(-871 from 1935)
8
(-8 from 1935)
0.00075
19351757
(+364 from 1934)
16
(+4 from 1934)
0.00150
19342121
(+617 from 1933)
12
(+4 from 1933)
0.00113
19332738
(+111 from 1932)
8
No change from 1932
0.00078
19322849
(-378 from 1931)
8
(-2 from 1931)
0.00074
19312471
(+818 from 1930)
10
(+3 from 1930)
0.00093
19303289
(+271 from 1929)
7
(+1 from 1929)
0.00062
19293560
(-203 from 1928)
6
(-1 from 1928)
0.00054
19283357
(-445 from 1927)
7
(-2 from 1927)
0.00061
19272912
(-8 from 1926)
9
No change from 1926
0.00077
19262904
(-316 from 1925)
9
(-2 from 1925)
0.00079
19252588
(-241 from 1924)
11
(-2 from 1924)
0.00096
19242347
(+1892 from 1923)
13
(+8 from 1923)
0.00111
19234239
(+68 from 1922)
5
No change from 1922
0.00044
19224307
(-818 from 1920)
5
(-2 from 1920)
0.00044
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19203489
(+679 from 1919)
7
(+2 from 1919)
0.00064
19194168
(-1072 from 1918)
5
(-3 from 1918)
0.00049
19183096
(-364 from 1917)
8
(-1 from 1917)
0.00076
19172732
(-343 from 1916)
9
(-2 from 1916)
0.00094
19162389
(+232 from 1915)
11
(+2 from 1915)
0.00119
19152621
(-520 from 1914)
9
(-1 from 1914)
0.00102
19142101
(+720 from 1913)
10
(+5 from 1913)
0.00146
19132821
(-936 from 1912)
5
(-3 from 1912)
0.00093
19121885
(-608 from 1909)
8
(+2 from 1909)
0.00177
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19091277
(-203 from 1894)
6
(+1 from 1894)
0.00339
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18941074
(-103 from 1884)
5
No change from 1884
0.00400
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
1884971
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00407
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Tucker

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2392021#3012022#2422023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#5102021#5572022#5422023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#962021#952022#1252023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1312021#1492022#2072023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1382021#1382022#1602023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2282021#2472022#2582023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1582021#1352022#1452023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#612021#1132022#732023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1932021#1912022#2142023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1382021#1602022#1582023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1982021#2052022#2792023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1432021#1682022#1432023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1162021#982022#992023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1012021#1532022#1402023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1812021#2212022#2322023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3562021#3382022#4312023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1932021#1892022#1892023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#742021#1332022#1282023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1602021#1002022#1572023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#642021#1192022#972023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1362021#1092022#1942023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1172021#1182022#1232023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1732021#2122022#2442023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1552021#1832022#1252023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1592021#1452022#1572023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1822021#2512022#2362023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2242021#1552022#2252023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1082021#1792022#1262023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1222021#812022#1272023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1112021#1362022#792023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1512021#2102022#2412023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#882021#952022#1542023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2792021#2802022#3502023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1902021#1092022#1102023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#722021#732022#532023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#822021#1452022#2182023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2912021#1472022#2702023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#882021#1502022#852023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1712021#1502022#992023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#922021#1092022#1542023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1662021#892022#962023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#6242021#5622022#5752023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#562021#1302022#1012023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2362020#5812021#2872023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#872019#1282021#932023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#602017#1022018#2052019

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#2382016#2272018#2462023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3952015#4402016#4332017

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2032015#1292018#2492022

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2442007#2912017#2732019

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#3312011

Popularity Rankings for Tucker in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2602021#3732022#4692023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Tucker a Name for Boys or Girls?

Tucker is a popular boy’s name, loved for its vibrant and dynamic nature. The name’s blend of old-world charm and contemporary appeal makes it a favorite choice for many families.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Tucker

  • Tuck
  • Tuckerman
  • Tuckerly
  • Tuckson
  • Tukker
  • Tucky Wucky
  • Tucko
  • Tuco
  • Tuki
  • Tuccio
  • Tuccino
  • Tuca
  • Tuck
  • Tuckie
  • Tuckles
  • Tuck-Tuck
  • Taco

Tucker in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Tucker Carlson (Journalist, born 1969): An American television host and political commentator who hosts a prime-time show on Fox News.
  • Tucker Max (Author, born 1975): An American author and public speaker famous for his comedic books and storytelling.
  • Tucker Beathard (Musician, born 1995): An American country music singer and songwriter who has released several popular singles.
  • Tucker Albrizzi (Actor, born 2000): An American actor known for his roles in various TV shows and films, including "Big Time Rush" and "Good Luck Charlie."
  • Tucker Hibbert (Snowmobile Racer, born 1984): An American professional snowmobile racer who has won numerous championships.
  • Tucker West (Luger, born 1995): An American luger who has competed in the Winter Olympics and World Cup events.
  • Tucker Smith (Actor, 1936–1988): An American actor best remembered for his role in the film "West Side Story."
  • Tucker McGuire (Actress, 1913–1988): An American actress who appeared in several British films and television series during the mid-20th century.
  • Tucker McCall ("The Young and the Restless," 1973 TV Series): A business mogul with a complicated personal life and family dynamics.
  • Tucker Crowe ("Juliet, Naked," 2018 Film): A reclusive former rock star whose past resurfaces when a fan discovers his music.
  • "Tucker & Dale vs. Evil" (2010 Film): A comedy horror film about two well-meaning hillbillies mistaken for killers by a group of college students.
  • Tucker Foley ("Danny Phantom," 2004 TV Series): A tech-savvy teenager who helps his friend Danny fight ghosts.
  • "Tucker: The Man and His Dream" (1988 Film): A biographical film about Preston Tucker and his attempts to produce a revolutionary new car.
  • Tucker Jenkins ("Grange Hill," 1978 TV Series): A rebellious student known for his antics and troubles at school.
  • Tucker Pritchard ("NCIS," 2003 TV Series): A Navy Lieutenant Commander who appears in several episodes involving military investigations.
  • Tucker Needham ("Numb3rs," 2005 TV Series): A mathematician and FBI agent solving crimes with his brother using mathematical principles.
  • Tucker City (Georgia, USA): A suburban city in DeKalb County with a strong sense of community and numerous parks.
  • Tucker Park (Richmond, Virginia, USA): A serene park along the James River, offering trails and picnic areas.
  • Tucker Creek (North Carolina, USA): A picturesque creek in North Carolina, ideal for fishing and nature walks.
  • Tucker Mountain (Vermont, USA): A scenic mountain in Vermont, popular for hiking and outdoor activities.
  • Tucker Beach (Otago, New Zealand): A beautiful beach in Otago, known for its scenic views and tranquil setting.
  • Tucker Street (London, England): A bustling street in London with shops, cafes, and local businesses.
  • Tucker Park (Hobart, Tasmania, Australia): A family-friendly park in Hobart featuring playgrounds and open spaces.

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