Hooker - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Hooker \ho(o)-ker\ is of Old English origin. Possibly an occupational name referring to a shepherd's crook or hook. Joseph Hooker was a prominent Union general in the Civil War.

Similar baby names are Booker and Hooper.

Hooker is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Hooker. Click here to compare Hooker with related baby names.