Parker vs Evan

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

Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#143
Total SSA Count
2,526
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Parker Rank #97
Evan Rank #143

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #143 for Evan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Evan more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Evan at #143 in the United States.

What do Parker and Evan mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Parker and Evan boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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