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Parker vs Phoenix

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
Phoenix Rank #275

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #275 for Phoenix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Phoenix more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Phoenix at #275 in the United States.

What do Parker and Phoenix mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Phoenix means "dark red, crimson" (Greek origin).

Are Parker and Phoenix boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Phoenix is primarily a boy name.

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