Skip

English

"captain"

Skip Origin and Meaning

The name Skip is a boy's name.

Skip is a casual, spirited masculine name that originated as a nickname rather than a formal given name. Traditionally, it emerged as a diminutive for various names, particularly Christopher, but also for Richard, Skipper, or other names. The name evokes a carefree, energetic personality—someone who might 'skip' through life with enthusiasm. Skip gained some popularity in mid-20th century America, particularly during the 1950s-60s, reflecting the era's fondness for friendly, approachable nicknames as standalone names. While rarely used as a birth name today, it retains nostalgic charm and continues to be used as a nickname. The name carries associations with youthfulness, informality, and an unpretentious American sensibility.

Skip Rank in US Top 1000

# 924 in the US

Famous People Named Skip

• Skip Marley Jamaican singer,songwriter, grandson of Bob Marley
• Alexander Lee "Skip" Spence Canadian,American musician of Moby Grape
• Harry Christopher "Skip" Caray American sportscaster
• Louis Leo "Skip" Holtz American college football coach
• Nehemiah Curtis "Skip" James American blues singer
• Donald Ralph "Skip" Ewing American country music singer
• Clyde "Skip" Battin American musician of The Byrds
• Joseph Howard "Skip" Hinnant American actor
• George Vincent "Skip" Homeier American actor
• Ronald Harry "Skip" Prokop Canadian drummer of band Lighthouse
• Clarence Alexander "Skip" Scarborough American songwriter
• John Skipper "Skip" Woods American screenwriter
• Jared Michael "Skip" Schumaker American baseball player
• Daniel 'Skip' Sahyounie Australian YouTuber of The Janoskians

The name Skip in Pop Culture

• Skip Taylor character in "Sims" series
• Skip Ricter character in Pixar's "Cars"
• "My Dog Skip " book by Willie Morris and film
• Skip demon on TV's "Angel"
• Skips yeti on animated series "Regular Show"
• Coach Skip character in the movie 'Fantastic Mr Fox'