Parker
par-kur
US Popularity:72
Origin:British
Meaning:park keeper
Parker is a gender-neutral name of Old English origins. Once used as an occupational surname, Parker translates to “park keeper.” While they were originally used for professional hunting, you may now see parks as open, lush fields with gardens and playgrounds. If you imagine having fun with baby under the shade of the trees, picking dandelions or playing ball, naming them Parker will make a natural fit.
Famous People Named Parker
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Charles Parker, Jr.Composer, Musician
- Parker Foster AikenSon of Clay Aiken
- Parker SchnabelReality TV Star
- Parker StevensonActor
- Parker YoungActor
How Popular Is The Name Parker?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Parker is currently #88 on The Bump
Boy:Parker is currently #50 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Parker is currently #61 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Parker is currently #72 in U.S. births
Boy:Parker is currently #91 in U.S. births
Girl:Parker is currently #121 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#121
in 2023
- 6
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Parker June 2019
Ancestry, Parker Family History
Online Etymology Dictionary, Parker
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