unisex name · English origin
Parker
/ PAR-ker /
Meaning
Parker means Park keeper (English).
Gender
Unisex
Origin
English
Pronunciation
PAR-ker
Popularity
#102 boys · #106 girls (U.S. 2025)
Popularity of Parker in the US, 1880–2025
Parker first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2014, when 5,720 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,477.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Parker mean?
An English occupational surname, “keeper of the park.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Parker mean?
Parker means Park keeper. An English occupational surname, “keeper of the park.”
What is the origin of the name Parker?
Parker is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Parker?
Parker is pronounced “PAR-ker.”
Is Parker a boy or a girl name?
Parker is most commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Parker?
In 2025, Parker ranked #102 among boys’ and #106 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Parker most popular?
Parker was most popular in 2014, when about 5,720 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.