Walker vs Parks

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walker

Boy #82 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth walker, one who treads cloth"

Origin: Old English occupational surname

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #82
Total SSA Count: 4,023
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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Luther Porter Spencer Fletcher

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Parks

Boy #2,365 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"keeper of enclosed parkland"

Origin: Old English/Old French

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,365
Total SSA Count: 59
Syllables: 1
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

Similar Names

Porter Spencer Walker Palmer

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Popularity Comparison

Walker Rank #82

Parks Rank #2,365

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #2365 for Parks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or Parks more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Parks at #2365 in the United States.

What do Walker and Parks mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). Parks means "keeper of enclosed parkland" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are Walker and Parks boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. Parks is primarily a boy name.

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