Parker vs Barrett

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

Parker Rank #97
Barrett Rank #186

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #186 for Barrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Barrett more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Barrett at #186 in the United States.

What do Parker and Barrett mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Parker and Barrett boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Barrett is primarily a boy name.

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