Palmer Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Palmer Name at a Glance

Name	Palmer
Meaning	Pilgrim; bearing a palm branch.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Palmer Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Palmer means “Pilgrim; bearing a palm branch”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Palmer Name Origin

Our database records Palmer under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Palmer a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Palmer is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Palmer

When considering Palmer for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.