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Jackson vs Parker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jackson

Boy #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jack"

Origin: English patronymic surname

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#35
Total SSA Count
6,876
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jackson Rank #35
Parker Rank #97

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #97 for Parker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jackson or Parker more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Parker at #97 in the United States.

What do Jackson and Parker mean?

Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin). Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin).

Are Jackson and Parker boy or girl names?

Jackson is primarily a boy name. Parker is primarily a boy name.

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