The boy's name Roper \r(o)-per\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "rope maker". Occupational name.
Similar baby names are Roger, Rover and Royer.
Roper 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 Roper. Click here to compare Roper with related baby names.
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