Parker

At a Glance: Name: Parker – Meaning: an occupational surname for a gamekeeper or park-keeper – Origin: Old English – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: PAR-kur

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Parker is a unisex name, pronounced PAR-kur, that started out as an Old English occupational surname — given to a gamekeeper or park-keeper. That working-title origin is part of what gives it its vintage feel, rather than being coined for its sound or meaning.

Meaning & Origin of Parker

Meaning: An occupational surname for a gamekeeper or park-keeper.

Origin: Old English.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Parker

Phonetic: PAR-kur   IPA: /ˈpɑːrkər/

Popularity of Parker

Parker ranked #97 among U.S. baby names in 2024, given to 3,605 babies, down from its peak of #72 in 2015 when 5,418 babies were given the name. The Social Security Administration has tracked it since 1880.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Parker mean?

An occupational surname for a gamekeeper or park-keeper. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Parker)

How do you pronounce Parker?

Parker is pronounced PAR-kur (IPA: /ˈpɑːrkər/).

Is Parker a popular name right now?

Parker peaked at #72 in 2015 and is ranked #97 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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