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Parker vs Jack

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
Jack Rank #15

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #97 for Parker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Jack more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Parker at #97 in the United States.

What do Parker and Jack mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Parker and Jack boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Jack is primarily a boy name.

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