Paul vs Parker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Paul Rank #264
Parker Rank #97

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Parker more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Parker mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin).

Are Paul and Parker boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Parker is primarily a boy name.

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