Everything about the name SLATER

Meaning, origin, history

Slater is an English surname and given name of occupational origin. It is derived from the Middle English word 'slaþer', which means 'slaughterer'. The name was originally given to a person who worked in a slaughterhouse or was involved in the preparation of meat for consumption.

The name Slater has a long history dating back to at least the 13th century. In the early days, it was primarily used as a surname, but over time it became more common as a given name. Today, Slater is still predominantly found in English-speaking countries such as England, Scotland, Ireland, and Australia.

Despite its origins, Slater is not exclusively a masculine name. While it has traditionally been associated with boys, there are also many women named Slater today. The name can be spelled in various ways, including Slader, Slaater, and even Sladder.

In popular culture, the name Slater has been used in several movies and television shows. One notable example is the character Johnny 'Drama'

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English

Popularity of the name SLATER since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The name Slater has seen a significant increase in popularity over the years in the United States. With only five births recorded each year from 1915 to 1972, it was quite rare during this period.

However, things began to change in the late 1970s and early 1980s when the number of births started to increase steadily, reaching double digits by the early 1990s. In 1991, there were 23 births, a significant jump from previous years.

The trend continued into the new millennium, with a notable spike in popularity starting around the year 2000. That year saw 55 births, followed by 69 births in 2002, which was the highest number of births recorded up to that point.

However, it wasn't until the late 2010s and early 2020s that Slater really started to gain widespread popularity. In 2017, there were 77 births, followed by a record-breaking 128 births in 2022. This year also saw another record set with 111 births.

Overall, since 1915, there have been a total of 2108 births with the name Slater in the United States, demonstrating a steady increase in popularity over time.