Nathaniel 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

Nathaniel Rank #144
Parker Rank #97

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #144 for Nathaniel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nathaniel or Parker more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Nathaniel at #144 in the United States.

What do Nathaniel and Parker mean?

Nathaniel means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin). Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin).

Are Nathaniel and Parker boy or girl names?

Nathaniel is primarily a boy name. Parker is primarily a boy name.

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