Parker vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Parker

Boy #97 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"keeper of the park, park ranger"

Origin: Old French (parcier)

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Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Parker Rank #97

James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #97 for Parker.

Is Parker or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Parker at #97 in the United States.

What do Parker and James mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Parker and James boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.