Palmer vs Macklin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

English American

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Boy #1,160 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the prince/lord"

Origin: Irish Mac Flaithín

Irish American Scottish

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Macklin Rank #1,160

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 vs #1160 for Macklin.

Is Palmer or Macklin more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 compared to Macklin at #1160 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Macklin mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Macklin means "son of the prince/lord" (Irish Mac Flaithín origin).

Are Palmer and Macklin boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Macklin is primarily a boy name.