US Popularity Rank: 2086

Origin: British

Meaning: Roof thatcher

Thatcher is among the many vintage names back in fashion. It has English roots and means "roof thatcher" after the time-honored occupation. Thanks to its old-world charm, you'll find traces of this boy's name everywhere you look, from classic novels to the big screen. Some favorites include Becky in Mark Twain’s novel, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and dreamer William in the 2001 film A Knight's Tale, portrayed by Health Ledger. And let's not forget the former Prime Minister of the UK, Margaret Thatcher. Whichever your little one looks up to most, they're sure to tell their own unforgettable story.