Parke

Parke is a masculine name with English origins, functioning as a variant spelling of Park. Derived from the Old English 'parroc,' meaning 'enclosed space,' it began as a surname for someone who lived near or worked in a park, particularly hunting grounds. As a first name, Parke emerged from the trend of using surnames as given names, a practice common in English-speaking countries since the 19th century. The added 'e' gives the name a more distinguished, traditional appearance. Parke has never been widely popular but maintains a steady, albeit uncommon, presence in naming records. It appeals to parents seeking a name with understated elegance, English heritage, and connections to nature without being overtly botanical.

Pronounced PARK.

As of October 2026, Parke ranked #13644 in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #1545 in 1908.