Ariel vs Clark

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ariel

Boy #512 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lion of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#512
Total SSA Count
595
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ariel Rank #512
Clark Rank #438

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #512 for Ariel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ariel or Clark more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Ariel at #512 in the United States.

What do Ariel and Clark mean?

Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are Ariel and Clark boy or girl names?

Ariel is primarily a boy name. Clark is primarily a boy name.

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