Palmer vs Kit

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #1,154 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"pure (short for Catherine)"

Origin: Greek

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Kit Rank #1,154

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 vs #1154 for Kit.

Is Palmer or Kit more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 compared to Kit at #1154 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Kit mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Kit means "pure (short for Catherine)" (Greek origin).

Are Palmer and Kit boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Kit is primarily a boy name.