Meaning, origin, history
Tripper is a unique and uncommon given name of American origin. It does not have a specific meaning or association with any particular language or culture. The name Tripper was popularized by the character Tripper Harrison, played by Chevy Chase in the comedy film "National Lampoon's Vacation" released in 1983. In the movie, Tripper is a dog owned by the Griswold family who accompany them on their disastrous cross-country road trip. Since then, the name Tripper has been occasionally used as a given name for boys and girls alike. However, it remains quite rare and distinctive. There are no historical figures or significant individuals associated with the name Tripper outside of its pop culture reference.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Tripper since 1880
Total births
27
Total since 1880
Peak year
2009
6 births
in 2014
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
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vs previous 5 years