Tucker is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #200 in 2024 with 1,781 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 2,422 births ranking #176. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 121.8%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 963 boys born was named Tucker. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Tucker is an English occupational surname name with a bright, easy-going sound. It feels energetic and very much at home among modern surname-style boys' names.
The name became popular through the broader trend of occupational surnames crossing into first-name use. Its upbeat rhythm has done as much for its popularity as its meaning.