Becker
Becker is a surname of German origin, meaning "baker." It is also a common name for various places, people, and entities. This article provides an overview of the different contexts in which "Becker" is used.
People[edit | edit source]
- Boris Becker - A retired German tennis player who was one of the world's top players in the 1980s and 1990s.
- Howard Becker - An American sociologist known for his work in the sociology of deviance, art, and music.
- Gary Becker - An American economist who was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1992.
- Walter Becker - An American musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known as the co-founder of the band Steely Dan.
Places[edit | edit source]
- Becker, Minnesota - A city in Sherburne County, Minnesota, United States.
- Becker County, Minnesota - A county in the U.S. state of Minnesota.
Fictional Characters[edit | edit source]
- John Becker (Becker) - The main character in the American television sitcom "Becker," portrayed by Ted Danson.
Television[edit | edit source]
- Becker (TV series) - An American sitcom that aired on CBS from 1998 to 2004, starring Ted Danson as Dr. John Becker.
Companies[edit | edit source]
- Becker Helicopters - An Australian helicopter flight training school.
- Becker Entertainment - An Australian media production company.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Becker County, Minnesota
- Becker, Minnesota
- Boris Becker
- Howard Becker
- Gary Becker
- Walter Becker
- Becker (TV series)
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