Palmer
Unisex name · Old french · pronounced PAHM-ur
Verified name
What does Palmer mean?
Palm bearer or pilgrim
Origin and language
Old french, Latin
Language family: English
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 710 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is moderately common. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 1538 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Palm, Pal
Variant: Palmyra
Related: Parker, Piper
Using Palmer across cultures
Pilgrim surname returning to favor.
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