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At a Glance
- Meaning
- A palm-bearer; a pilgrim who had visited the Holy Land, carrying a palm frond as proof
- Origin
- English (occupational surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- PAH-mer
Palmer comes from an English occupational surname, originally given to a pilgrim who had traveled to the Holy Land and carried home a palm frond as proof of the trip. It's a neutral, vintage name, pronounced PAH-mer (IPA /ˈpɑːmər/). If that pilgrim history appeals to you, Palmer carries it directly in its meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Palmer
Meaning: A palm-bearer; a pilgrim who had visited the Holy Land, carrying a palm frond as proof.
Origin: English (occupational surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Palmer
PAH-merIPA /ˈpɑːmər/
Popularity of Palmer
SSA records from 1880 to 2024 show Palmer at its highest point yet in 2024, ranking #258 with 1,221 babies given the name that year.
Names Like Palmer
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FAQ
What does the name Palmer mean?
A palm-bearer; a pilgrim who had visited the Holy Land, carrying a palm frond as proof. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Palmer?
Palmer is pronounced PAH-mer (IPA: /ˈpɑːmər/).
Is Palmer a popular name right now?
Palmer is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #258 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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