Bishop

Meaning of Bishop

Derived from the title for a high-ranking church official.

Bishop has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Bishop

After ranking as high as #981 in 2020, Bishop has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Bishop

• Bishop Nehru
  American rapper and producer
• Bishop Briggs
  British singer and songwriter
• Bishop Allen
  American indie rock band
• Bishop Lamont
  American rapper
• Bishop Sankey
  American football player

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Questions about the name Bishop

What does the name Bishop mean?

Bishop means derived from the title for a high-ranking church official, and it comes from English origins.

Is Bishop a boy's or a girl's name?

Bishop is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Bishop?

Bishop did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Bishop most popular?

Bishop peaked at #981 in 2020.