National Parker Day is observed annually on April 6. Parker is a name of English origin, derived from Old French, which means “keeper of the park.” In Somerset, England, the earliest records of the name Parker’ was discovered, where a man called “Anschetil Parcher” was mentioned as holding properties in the Domesday Book of 1086. Despite being seen as a gender-neutral name, more boys are called Parker than girls. Parker has, however, become more common as a female name in recent years. In the 19th century, Parker was a more popular personal name than it is today. There are many variations of the name.
History of National Parker Day
Parker comes from the Old French name ‘parchier,’ meaning ‘keeper of the park.’ A parchier was an official in charge of looking after the large hunting parks or preserves owned by a landowner, king, or member of the nobility. The position of a parchier at the time was a lofty one. In medieval England, Parker also served as a nickname for gamekeepers.The name ‘Parker’ had several spelling variations dating back to the Middle Ages, including Parkers, Parkeres, Parker, and so on. Recently, Parker has transitioned to a first name, becoming gender-neutral. It was one of the first established names in the U.S., arriving with the settlers in the 17th century. Though it is considered a gender-neutral name, more boys are called Parker than girls. However, the popularity of Parker as a female name has increased in recent years.In 2015, Parker reached its highest level of popularity as a male name, ranking 72 according to the data provided by the Social Security Administration. That year, the name accounted for 5,414 births in the U.S. In 2000, Parker ranked 869 as a female name, climbing to 759 in the following year. Since then, it has continually increased in popularity. In 2021, Parker reached its highest level of popularity as a female name, ranking 115 and accounting for 2,406 births.
National Parker Day timeline
The name 'Anschetil Parcher' is recorded as one of the earliest mentions of the name Parker.
Parker hits its lowest level of popularity as a male name, ranking 131 in the U.S.
Parker reaches its highest popularity as a male name, ranking 72 in the U.S.
Parker reaches its highest level of popularity as a female name, ranking 115 in the U.S.
National Parker Day FAQs
Is Parker a surname in France?
Parker is still a surname in France, borne by about 1,500 to 2,000 people.
What are the roots for the name Parker?
The has English origin and has then spread to other parts of the world.
What is the most common last name in the U.S?
Smith is widely believed to be the most common last name in the U.S.
National Parker Day Activities
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Celebrate Parkers
Parker is a solid name with deep roots. If you know anyone called Parker, celebrate them by wishing them a "Happy National Parker Day.
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Look for anagrams
Make a fun game of finding out how many anagrams can be derived from the word "Parker." When you do, please find out how many of them can serve as real names.
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Use the hashtag
More people need to be made aware of National Parker Day. Use the hashtag #nationalparkerday on all your social media accounts.
5 Famous People Named Parker
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Parker Posey
Born on November 8, 1968, Posey is an American musician and actress famous for starring in several mockumentaries written by Christopher Guest.
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Parker Stevenson
Born on June 4, 1952, Stevenson is an American actor best known for playing Frank Hardy in the television series "The Hardy Boys.
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Parker Young
Born on August 16, 1988, Young is an American actor famous for playing Ryan Shay on "Suburgatory" and Randy Hill on "Enlisted.
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Parker Croft
Born on January 13, 1987, Croft is an American actor and screenwriter, best known for his role in "Once Upon a Time.
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Parker Schnabel
Born on July 22, 1994, Schnabel is an American reality TV star and gold miner, most famous for starring in "Gold Rush.
Why We Love National Parker Day
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Parker is a solid name
Parker is a solid name that inspires feelings of strength and trust. People perceive the person with the name Parker as someone impressive, elegant, and noble.
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Parker is unisex
Parker is a name that can be given to both genders. Whether borne by a girl or a boy, it sounds beautiful either way.
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National Parker Day is special
This holiday is a special day allotted to people named Parker. All the "Parkers" get special recognition and are honored on this day.
National Parker Day dates
| Year | Date | Day |
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| 2023 | April 6 | Thursday |
| 2024 | April 6 | Saturday |
| 2025 | April 6 | Sunday |
| 2026 | April 6 | Monday |
| 2027 | April 6 | Tuesday |
