Palmer
girl name#232 in 2025Palmer entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #232 in 2025, ranks #232 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1908–2025
#232
rank today
#232
peak (2025)
1,330
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1676 |
| 1910s | #3310 |
| 1920s | #3779 |
| 1930s | #3742 |
| 1940s | #4017 |
| 1950s | #4829 |
| 1960s | #5777 |
| 1980s | #10174 |
| 1990s | #10582 |
| 2000s | #9192 |
| 2010s | #2048 |
| 2020s | #290 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Palmer has been most popular in TX, FL, GA.
Living bearers
About 9,200 people named Palmer are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Palmer is a kid of about 3 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Palmer in 2025?
- Palmer ranks #232 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,330 babies given the name.
- When was the name Palmer most popular?
- Palmer peaked in 2025, reaching #232 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Palmer with classmates?
- Palmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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