Palmer is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #4108 in 2023 with 4 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 17 births ranking #1538. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 69,163 boys born was named Palmer. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Palmer is a polished surname-style name traditionally linked with pilgrimage. It feels tailored, modern, and comfortably unisex.
The name rose as parents embraced surnames with crisp structure and understated strength. Its history is older than its modern feel suggests, which gives it added depth.