Skinner - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Skinner \s-kinner, sk(in)-ner\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "skinner of hides". Occupational name. Actor Otis Skinner; psychologist B.F. Skinner.

Similar baby names are Skipper, Sikander, Conner, Gainer, Gunner, Kenner, Konner, Skyler, Skuyler, Signe, Skyller, Skielor, Skielar, Stoner and Sumner.

Skinner 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 Skinner. Click here to compare Skinner with related baby names.