Palmer is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1758 in 2024 with 14 recorded births. This places Palmer in the top 26% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 17 births ranking #1538. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 19,842 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.