US Popularity:322
Origin:British
Meaning:pipe player, flute player
Piper is a girl's name of British origin. It was initially used as an occupational name for a "pipe player" or flute-playing musician. In folklore, the Pied Piper of Hamelin was an intriguing person who could influence people and animals with his melodic performances. Television fans may also associate the name with Piper Chapman, the protagonist of the Orange Is The New Black series. If you want to call baby after your favorite TV character or inspire them toward a musical path, Piper can do it all.

Common Nicknames for Piper

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How Popular Is The Name Piper?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Piper is currently #436 on The Bump
Girl:Piper is currently #311 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Piper is currently #322 in U.S. births
Girl:Piper is currently #133 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#133
in 2023
- 19
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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