What Does the Name Napier Mean
The name Napier comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Napier below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Napier Name Meaning
English (Rare)From an English and Scots surname which meant "linen keeper" in Middle English, from Old French nappe "table cloth".
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