Glover Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Glover has its origins in Old English, meaning 'glove maker'. It has evolved from the term 'glōfa' in Old English through Middle English to its modern form. The name is associated with the trade of glove making and gained popularity during the medieval period. It is characterized by a sense of craftsmanship and tradition, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Glover is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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. 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, Glover has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Glover' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1383rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1770th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2380th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5973rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11776th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Glover' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Glover"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡlʌvər/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The surname 'Glover' is derived from the Old English word 'glōfa', which means 'glove'. It originally referred to someone who made or sold gloves.
Meaning
glove maker
Language Evolution
Old English: glōfa, Middle English: glofer, Modern English: Glover
Historical Usage
The surname gained popularity in England during the medieval period as the trade of glove making became prominent.
Variants & Derivatives
Gloverly, Gloverman, Glovery
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Glover is perceived as a traditional surname with associations to craftsmanship. It is less common as a first name but retains a classic charm.
Famous People
Ruth Glover, a notable writer and poet., Mickey Glover, an American football player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Glover"
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 "Glover"
"Glover" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1383rd of 7545 | 440 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1770th of 6773 | 304 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2380th of 7552 | 223 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11776th of 16616 | 20 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Glover" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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50.38% 1192nd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
65.28% 1536th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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63.27% 1805th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Glover" 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 "Glover"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Glover" 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.