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Snapper

SNAP-er /ˈsnæpər/

At a glance

In short
Snapper is a unique and quirky name for baby boys with English origins, bringing to mind images of curiosity and energy.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1979 (#6,056)
Babies in 1979
5 (<0.01% of boys)
Peak
#3,837 in 1974
First recorded
1973

Meaning of Snapper

Snapper is a unique and quirky name for baby boys. With English origins, it is pronounced as SNAP-er (/ˈsnæpər/). This playful name brings to mind images of curiosity and energy. Although not widely used, Snapper has made appearances in the United States over the years. In 1979, five newborn boys were given this name, ranking at 6055th place on the popularity charts. While its usage may vary, Snapper remains an unconventional choice for parents seeking a distinctive and memorable name for their little one.

How to pronounce Snapper

English

Popularity of Snapper in the U.S.

Snapper was last recorded in the U.S. in 1979, ranked #6,056 with 5 babies. It peaked at #3,837 in 1974. It first appears in the records in 1973.

Bar and line chart: Snapper in the U.S., 1973–1979. Bars: boys given the name each year, most 8 in 1974 and 5 in 1979. Line: rank among boy names, peak #3,837 in 1974, #6,056 in 1979.
  • Boys named Snapper (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
By year, 1973–1979. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 1973⁠–⁠1979 4 rows
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
197956,056back
197564,797▼ 960
197483,837▲ 1,264
197355,101new

Notable people named Snapper

  • Snapper Kennedy — Sherman Montgomery Kennedy was an American baseball outfielder who played for the Chicago Orphans in 1902.