Palmer vs Dane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #882 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from Denmark, a Dane"

Origin: Old English

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Dane Rank #882

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 vs #1079 for Palmer.

Is Palmer or Dane more popular?

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 compared to Palmer at #1079 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Dane mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Dane means "from Denmark, a Dane" (Old English origin).

Are Palmer and Dane boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Dane is primarily a boy name.