Becker

Becker is a surname of German origin, derived from the occupation of a baker (the Middle High German Bäcker). The spelling is common in Germany and other German-speaking areas and among descendants of German and Central European emigrants. The name has also become established as a place name and is found in several countries.

Notable individuals with the surname include Boris Becker, a German former professional tennis player who won multiple major titles, and Gary S. Becker, an American economist and Nobel laureate recognized for applying economic analysis to human capital, family, and social behavior.

Geographic usage: Becker is the name of several towns and townships in the United States, as well as other places; an example is Becker, Minnesota.

In popular culture, Becker refers to the American television sitcom Becker, which aired on CBS from 1998 to 2004 and starred Ted Danson as Dr. John Becker. The surname is also associated with other figures in fields such as academia, sports, and the arts, reflecting its broad use across regions and professions.