Nathan vs Parker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Parker

Boy #97 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"keeper of the park, park ranger"

Origin: Old French (parcier)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#97
Total SSA Count
3,605
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Nathan Rank #62
Parker Rank #97

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 vs #97 for Parker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nathan or Parker more popular?

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 compared to Parker at #97 in the United States.

What do Nathan and Parker mean?

Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin). Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin).

Are Nathan and Parker boy or girl names?

Nathan is primarily a boy name. Parker is primarily a boy name.

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