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Parker vs Tate

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
Tate Rank #210

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #210 for Tate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parker or Tate more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Parker and Tate mean?

Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Parker and Tate boy or girl names?

Parker is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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