Cutter Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cutter has its roots in Old English, meaning 'one who cuts'. It has evolved through various forms in the English language. The name is associated with tradesmen and carries a modern image of creativity. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Cutter is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cutter has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cutter' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3940th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2079th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2989th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Cutter' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cutter"
Pronunciation
/ˈkʌtər/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Cutter is derived from the Old English word 'cutter,' which means 'to cut' or 'one who cuts'. It originally referred to someone who made a living as a cutter of cloth or leather.
Meaning
one who cuts
Language Evolution
Old English: cūtere, Middle English: cuttere, Modern English: Cutter
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages as a surname for tradesmen and has since evolved into a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cutt, Cuttar, Cuthbert
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Cutter is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and craftsmanship.
Famous People
Cutter Hodierne, American filmmaker, Cutter G. G. M. McKenzie, Scottish footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cutter"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cutter"
"Cutter" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3940th of 16616 | 206 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2079th of 24088 | 946 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2989th of 23106 | 482 |
Regional Popularity of "Cutter" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
38.18% 1983rd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
19.42% 1420th/7313 |
44.87% 3349th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
25.37% 1731st/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Cutter" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cutter"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cutter" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.