Pieper is a unique and distinctive given name of German origin, derived from the occupational surname Pieper, which was originally given to pipers or flute players. It is composed of two elements: 'pfeife', meaning 'pipe' or 'flute', and '-er', a suffix denoting an occupational name. Therefore, the name Pieper literally translates to 'piper'. While not particularly common, this name is often associated with musicality and creativity due to its etymological roots.
The number of births named Pieper has seen fluctuations over the years, peaking at 18 births in 2013 and reaching a recent low of 5 births in 2022.