Trapper

Meaning of Trapper

Trapper is a masculine given name of English origin, originally an occupational surname derived from the Middle English trappere—formed from the noun trap plus the agentive suffix -er—denoting one who sets traps for wild game. Phonologically transcribed as /ˈtræp.ər/ in contemporary English, the name evokes associations with frontier enterprise and the pragmatic tenacity characteristic of survivalist archetypes in Anglo-American cultural narratives. U.S. Social Security records document its presence in the annual birth registers since 1975, with yearly occurrences ranging from five to forty newborns and corresponding national ranks between 652 and 928; in 2024, it was recorded 21 times, placing it at rank 903. This distribution reflects a consistent but highly selective appeal, driven by familial or thematic preferences rather than broad naming trends. Consequently, Trapper occupies a distinctive niche among masculine names, balancing historical resonance with an emphasis on individualistic character.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as TRAP-ər (/ˈtræp.ər/)

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