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Clark vs Atticus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clark

Boy #438 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scribe, secretary"

Origin: Old English/Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#438
Total SSA Count
725
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clark Rank #438
Atticus Rank #277

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Atticus more popular?

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Atticus mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin).

Are Clark and Atticus boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Atticus is primarily a boy name.

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