Tanner

Meaning of Tanner

Someone who tans leather.

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

Popularity of Tanner

Tanner has cooled off, slipping to #475 in 2025, down from a peak of #93 in 2000.

Notable people named Tanner

• Tanner Foust
  Professional racing driver
• Tanner Patrick
  American singer-songwriter
• Tanner Glass
  Professional hockey player
• Tanner Buchanan
  American actor
• Tanner Scheppers
  Professional baseball player

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Questions about the name Tanner

What does the name Tanner mean?

Tanner means someone who tans leather, and it comes from English origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Tanner?

In 2025, Tanner ranked #475 for boys, down from #442 the year before.

When was Tanner most popular?

Tanner peaked at #93 in 2000.