Decker Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Decker originates from Old German, meaning 'builder' and referring to a thatcher or roofer. The name has evolved through historical forms like dehhar and decker in Middle High German to its current usage. It reflects traits of craftsmanship and strength, with no biblical relevance.
The name Decker is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Decker has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Decker' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6514th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3714th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1085th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9963rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Decker' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Decker"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛkər/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Decker is derived from the Middle High German word 'decker,' meaning 'roof maker' or 'thatcher.' It originally referred to someone who worked in thatching or roofing.
Meaning
builder
Language Evolution
Old High German: dehhar, Middle High German: decker, Modern German: Decker
Historical Usage
Decker gained popularity as a surname in medieval Germany and later became used as a given name in English-speaking regions, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Deck, Decker, Deak
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Decker is perceived as a strong and modern name, often associated with creativity and craftsmanship.
Famous People
Decker Sadowsky, an American football player, Decker Parnell, a notable artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Decker"
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 "Decker"
"Decker" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6514th of 16616 | 90 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3714th of 24088 | 400 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1085th of 23106 | 2,235 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9963rd of 30306 | 119 |
Regional Popularity of "Decker" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
42.66% 3184th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.99% 876th/3984 |
39.89% 1790th/4487 |
19.94% 1360th/6822 |
14.36% 901st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Decker" 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 "Decker"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Decker" 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.