Parker vs Koa

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

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Parker Rank #97
Koa Rank #292

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Koa more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Parker and Koa mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Parker and Koa boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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