Hopper Name Meaning

The name Hopper is of English origin and has multiple meanings and associations.

1. One meaning of Hopper refers to a container used for storing and dispensing grain or other dry materials, typically with a bottom opening and a funnel-shaped top.
2. Hopper is also a surname, derived from the Old English word "hop," meaning a small valley or enclosed place. In this context, it could be an occupational name for someone who lived near a hop-yard or worked as a hop farmer or seller.
3. In a more general sense, Hopper can be associated with someone who jumps or hops, conveying a sense of mobility or agility.