Clark vs Damien

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
Damien Rank #345

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Damien more popular?

Damien is more popular, ranked #345 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Damien mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Clark and Damien boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.

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