Piper is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #110 in 2011 with 2,736 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 4,139 births ranking #67. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,786.9%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 643 girls born was named Piper. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Piper is a lively occupational name meaning 'pipe player'. It feels bright, modern, and full of movement.
Occupational surnames became especially attractive as first names in the modern era, and Piper stood out because it sounds both musical and energetic. Its style remains crisp and youthful.