Tripper is a unique and uncommon given name of American origin. It does not have a specific meaning or association with any particular language or culture. The name Tripper was popularized by the character Tripper Harrison, played by Chevy Chase in the comedy film "National Lampoon's Vacation" released in 1983. In the movie, Tripper is a dog owned by the Griswold family who accompany them on their disastrous cross-country road trip. Since then, the name Tripper has been occasionally used as a given name for boys and girls alike. However, it remains quite rare and distinctive. There are no historical figures or significant individuals associated with the name Tripper outside of its pop culture reference.
The name Tripper has been given to a total of 27 children in the United States over the past two decades. The number of babies named Tripper has varied from year to year, with peaks occurring in 2009 and 2014 when six infants were given this unique moniker. In both 2001 and 2013, five boys were named Tripper. Although the name may not be very common, it is still chosen for a handful of newborns each year.