US Popularity Rank: 19937

Origin: Dutch

Meaning: Skipper; Sea captain

The baby name you’ve been looking for is just a hop, skip, and a jump away. This charming and fun name is masculine and of English origin, meaning “skipper” or “sea captain.” It was originally a nickname derived from the Dutch word schipper, which means “skipper,” which might encourage your little one to sail the seven seas. With a name like Skip, rest assured your bundle of joy will make your heart skip a beat!