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Brody vs Mark

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
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

Brody Rank #224
Mark Rank #246

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or Mark more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Brody and Mark mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Brody and Mark boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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