Palmer vs Abner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #840 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father of light"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English American

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Abner Rank #840

Abner is more popular, ranked #840 vs #1079 for Palmer.

Is Palmer or Abner more popular?

Abner is more popular, ranked #840 compared to Palmer at #1079 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Abner mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Abner means "father of light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Palmer and Abner boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Abner is primarily a boy name.