Roper - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Roper \r(o)-

is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "rope maker". Occupational name.

Similar baby names are Roger, Rover and Royer.

Roper is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#1608 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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