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Avery vs Mark

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#259
Total SSA Count
1,348
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avery Rank #259
Mark Rank #246

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #259 for Avery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avery or Mark more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Mark mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Avery and Mark boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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