Clark vs Brantley

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

Popularity Comparison

Clark Rank #438
Brantley Rank #481

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #481 for Brantley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Brantley more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Brantley at #481 in the United States.

What do Clark and Brantley mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Brantley means "Brandon's woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Clark and Brantley boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Brantley is primarily a boy name.

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