Parker is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #798 in 2003 with 310 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 2,536 births ranking #106. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 216.3%. In 2003, approximately 1 in every 5,894 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.