Tanner

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Tanner is an boy name of English origin, meaning “Leather tanner”.

MeaningLeather tanner
GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
PronunciationTAN-er
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, Canada

Meaning and origin of Tanner

Tanner is an English occupational surname for someone who tanned animal hides into leather, a trade named after the tannin-rich oak bark used in the process. Like many trade names it moved from surname to first name in the United States, rising steeply in the 1980s and 1990s. It fits alongside other occupational names such as Carter, Hunter and Mason.

Is Tanner a religious name?

Tanner is a secular occupational name with no religious background.

How popular is Tanner?

Most popular in the United States around the 1990s; still used today.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Tanner mean?

Tanner means 'Leather tanner'. It is of English origin.

Does Tanner have a religious meaning?

Tanner is a secular occupational name with no religious background.

How do you pronounce Tanner?

Tanner is pronounced TAN-er.

Is Tanner a boy or girl name?

Tanner is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.