Hooker" is an occupational surname, originating from England and Scotland, derived from the Middle English word 'hoker', meaning 'someone who sells hook goods'. These were items such as fishing hooks, which were typically sold at markets. The name was also associated with agricultural work, as it could refer to someone who worked on a farm or managed livestock. Today, Hooker is still found predominantly in England and Scotland but has been widely adopted globally due to migration patterns over centuries.
"In 1919 alone, five individuals were named Hooker."