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Clark vs Cayden

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
Cayden Rank #350

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Cayden more popular?

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Cayden mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Clark and Cayden boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.

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