Parker
Meaning of Parker
Parker is a unisex name of English origin, pronounced as PAHR-kur (/ˈpɑr.kər/). The name Parker, which has an occupational root, was originally given to gamekeepers in medieval England. It's derived from the Old French word "parc," meaning park or enclosed land. In modern times, it's associated with personalities such as actress Parker Posey and Spider-Man's civilian identity, Peter Parker. Over the years, it has seen a gradual increase in popularity amongst parents in the United States. Its highest rank was 72nd most popular name for newborns in 2015. A less common variation of the name is 'Park'.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as PAHR-kur (/ˈpɑː.kər/)
American English
- Pronunced as PAHR-kur (/ˈpɑr.kər/)
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Notable People Named Parker
| Parker Yancey McCollum is a Texas-based Americana and country singer-songwriter known for his albums The Limestone Kid, Probably Wrong, and Gold Chain Cowboy. |
| Parker Palmer - Parker J. Palmer is an American author, educator, and activist known for his work in education, community, leadership, spirituality, and social change, with numerous published books, essays, and poems, and recognition through major awards and honorary doctorates. |
| Parker Stevenson, also known as Richard Stevenson Parker Jr., is an American actor famous for his roles as Frank Hardy in The Hardy Boys and Craig Pomeroy on Baywatch. |
| Parker Millsap is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his blend of blues, country, rock, Americana, and folk music, and was named one of Americana Music Association's 2014 Emerging Artists of the Year. |
