Carpenter
Carpenter Meaning & Origin
About Carpenter
The name "Carpenter" is an occupational surname derived from the Middle English word "carpenter," which refers to a skilled craftsman who works with wood. It is derived from the Old French word "charpentier" and ultimately from the Latin word "carpentarius." The name signifies someone who is involved in the construction, repair, or shaping of wooden structures, such as houses, furniture, or ships. As a surname, "Carpenter" is often associated with individuals who had this profession or were descendants of carpenters.
Name Popularity
Gender Distribution
Most individuals with the name Carpenter are male.
Carpenter Popularity Trends
The popularity of the name has decreased by -25% over the past year.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Carpenter in Braille
Here's how to represent Carpenter in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
How to Spell the Name Carpenter in American Sign Language (ASL)
The image below shows how you can spell Carpenter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
