Webber is of English origin, derived from the occupational surname 'Weaver'. It once referred to someone who worked as a weaver of cloth. The name has been used as a given name since the 19th century but remains more commonly used as a surname.
The name Webber has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in the late teens and early twenties of the twentieth century, as well as a resurgence in the mid to late aughts. However, it appears that the most recent decades have witnessed a decline in its usage once again.