Popper

Popper is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "poppa," which means a father or a Pope. The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who held a position of authority or as a respectful term for an older male figure in the community.

The Popper surname is primarily found in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties like Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire. Over time, bearers of the surname have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

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Variants of the Popper surname include Poppa, Poppard, and Pope, with each variation representing different branches of the family or regional influences.

The Popper surname has a rich history and continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the legacy of those who bore the name in the past.


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There are approximately 127 people named Popper in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Popper.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • David
  • Garry
  • Geoffrey
  • Gregory
  • Jonathan
  • Michael
  • Nigel
  • Rafael
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Steven
  • Theodore
  • Victor

Female

  • Alison
  • Claire
  • Fiona
  • Gemma
  • Janice
  • Jessica
  • Kate
  • Linda
  • Rosalyn
  • Sophie
  • Susan
  • Zoe

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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