Piper: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced PY-per · 2 syllables
A given name transferred from the surname, used since the mid-twentieth century, first by the American actress Piper Laurie.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- PY-per
- US rank (2025)
- #155
- US babies a year
- about 2,300 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Piper?
Piper was the #155 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,940 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 37% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #155 |
| England & Wales | #169 |
| Scotland | #91 |
| Northern Ireland | #158 |
| Ireland | #434 |
| Canada | #298 |
| Australia | #96 |
How old are people named Piper?
Half of US adults named Piper are older than 22; most are between 18 and 57. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Piper
How do you pronounce Piper?
Piper is pronounced PY-per.
How popular is the name Piper?
Piper was the #155 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,940 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 37% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Piper?
Half of US adults named Piper are older than 22. Most are between 18 and 57.