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About Booker
Booker carries a distinguished air that feels both classic and contemporary. This name has gained steady recognition in recent years, appearing in literature, sports, and business circles alike. Parents who choose Booker often appreciate its strong, confident sound combined with an approachable quality. The name works beautifully across different stages of life, from a curious toddler to a professional adult. It has a certain gravitas without feeling overly formal, making it suitable for various personality types. The single-syllable punch followed by the softer ending creates an appealing rhythm. Booker pairs well with both traditional and modern middle names, offering flexibility in creating a full name combination. Its relative uniqueness means most Bookers won't share their name with multiple classmates, yet it remains easily recognizable and pronounceable across different cultures and regions.
Popularity of the Name Booker
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1882 | #956 |
| 1884 | #861 |
| 1889 | #986 |
| 1896 | #831 |
| 1897 | #517 |
| 1898 | #524 |
| 1899 | #415 |
| 1900 | #307 |
| 1901 | #336 |
| 1902 | #232 |
| 1903 | #197 |
| 1904 | #191 |
| 1905 | #191 |
| 1906 | #190 |
| 1907 | #196 |
| 1908 | #190 |
| 1909 | #213 |
| 1910 | #177 |
| 1911 | #241 |
| 1912 | #282 |
| 1913 | #331 |
| 1914 | #306 |
| 1915 | #312 |
| 1916 | #303 |
| 1917 | #364 |
| 1918 | #389 |
| 1919 | #398 |
| 1920 | #427 |
| 1921 | #458 |
| 1922 | #429 |
| 1923 | #449 |
| 1924 | #455 |
| 1925 | #468 |
| 1926 | #471 |
| 1927 | #461 |
| 1928 | #468 |
| 1929 | #473 |
| 1930 | #415 |
| 1931 | #463 |
| 1932 | #465 |
| 1933 | #454 |
| 1934 | #441 |
| 1935 | #502 |
| 1936 | #463 |
| 1937 | #493 |
| 1938 | #447 |
| 1939 | #471 |
| 1940 | #462 |
| 1941 | #489 |
| 1942 | #482 |
| 1943 | #478 |
| 1944 | #492 |
| 1945 | #517 |
| 1946 | #513 |
| 1947 | #532 |
| 1948 | #551 |
| 1949 | #516 |
| 1950 | #560 |
| 1951 | #597 |
| 1952 | #598 |
| 1953 | #612 |
| 1954 | #741 |
| 1955 | #655 |
| 1956 | #687 |
| 1957 | #710 |
| 1958 | #746 |
| 1959 | #808 |
| 1960 | #940 |
| 1961 | #916 |
| 1962 | #855 |
| 1963 | #955 |
| 1964 | #868 |
| 1965 | #921 |
| 1966 | #998 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Booker
- Buker
- Bouker
- Bukker
- Boukker
- Bucker
- Boucker
- Bookker
- Bookir
- Bookyr
- Bookur
- Boukir
Names Similar to Booker
Nicknames for Booker
- Book
- Bookie
- Bo
Famous People Named Booker
| Booker T. Washington | American educator, author, and civil rights leader |
| Booker Little | American jazz trumpeter and composer |
| Booker Ervin | American jazz tenor saxophonist |
| Booker Moore | Former American football running back |
| Booker Brown | Australian rules footballer |
| Booker Edgerson | Former American football cornerback |
| Booker Huffman | Booker T - Professional wrestler and commentator |
| Booker Bradshaw | American actor and singer |
| Booker Smith | Former American football tight end |
| Booker Woodfox | American basketball player |
| Booker Gardner | Former American football wide receiver |
| Booker Turner | Former American football linebacker |
| Booker Daniels | American basketball player |
| Booker Reese | Former American football defensive lineman |
| Booker Saldivar | American soccer player |
| Booker Stephens | Former American football linebacker |
| Booker Brooks | American basketball player |
| Booker Washington | Former American football linebacker |
| Booker Stanley | American basketball player |
| Booker Brown Jr. | American basketball player |
Characters Named Booker
| Booker DeWitt | Main protagonist in the video game "BioShock Infinite" |
| Booker Baxter-Carter | Character in the TV series "Raven's Home" |
| Booker T. Bookworm | Character in the children's show "Reading Rainbow" |
| Booker Holbrook | Character in the TV series "Gossip Girl" |
| Booker Brooks | Character in the novel "Booker" by M.A. Foster |
| Booker Moon | Character in the novel "Booker Moon" by A.F. Moritz |
| Booker Pittman | Character in the movie "Black Snake Moan" |
| Booker Washington | Character in the movie "Ghosts of Mississippi" |