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Tucker is a given name of mixed origin, likely deriving from the occupational surname referring to a "cloth-softener". The word 'Tucker' comes from the German word Tucher, meaning cloth-weaver.
cloth-weaver
A boy name with 2 syllables. Currently considered rare.
Explore how the popularity of Tucker has changed over the last two decades.
Tucker is an occupational surname of English and Germanic origin, meaning "cloth-weaver." Historically, it denoted individuals who worked in the textile trade, specifically those who would full or thicken cloth. This name has seen a resurgence in recent decades as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Tucker Carlson, Tucker Max, Tucker Hibbert, Tucker Williams
Tuck, Tuckers
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