Skinner \s-kinner, sk(in)-ner\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Skinner is "skinner of hides". Occupational name. Actor Otis Skinner; psychologist B.F. Skinner.

Similar baby names are Skipper, Sikander, Conner, Gainer, Gunner, Kenner, Konner, Skyler, Skuyler, Signe, Skyller, Skielor, Skielar, Stoner and Sumner.