Names Starting With P
UnisexEnglish#193 in 2025
Parker
Parker is a unisex name of English origin meaning “Keeper or guardian of the park.” It ranked #193 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
PAR-kur
meaning & origin
The name Parker means “Keeper or guardian of the park.” It comes from the English language tradition.
An English occupational surname for the gamekeeper of a medieval park or enclosed hunting ground. It crossed over as a given name in the 20th century and is popular across genders.
popularity over time
#2112020
#2092021
#2012022
#1982023
#1932024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #193 |
| 2023 | #198 |
| 2022 | #201 |
| 2021 | #209 |
| 2020 | #211 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
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