Parker is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1371 in 2017 with 24 recorded births. This places Parker in the top 18% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 48 births ranking #776. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 12,462 girls born was named Parker. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Parker is a sleek surname name meaning 'park keeper'. It feels modern, practical, and strongly unisex.
Occupational surnames moved into first-name use with great success in recent decades, and Parker became one of the most durable. Its appeal lies in its crisp sound and polished neutrality.