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Parker vs Benjamin

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

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Popularity Comparison

Parker Rank #97
Benjamin Rank #11

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 vs #97 for Parker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Benjamin more popular?

Benjamin is more popular, ranked #11 compared to Parker at #97 in the United States.

What do Parker and Benjamin mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Benjamin means "son of the south" (Hebrew origin).

Are Parker and Benjamin boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Benjamin is primarily a boy name.

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