Forest guardian or warden
Derived from the Middle English word 'raunger', this name originally referred to an officer who patrolled a royal forest or park. It evokes the image of a protector of the wilderness and is often associated with the elite Texas Rangers or park rangers.
About 108 boys were named Ranger in 2025.
The long-suffering park ranger at Jellystone Park · The Yogi Bear Show
A mysterious bounty hunter and mentor to Stephanie Plum · One for the Money
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
