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Clark vs Drew

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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Drew

Boy #543 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"manly, strong, courageous"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#543
Total SSA Count
550
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Clark Rank #438
Drew Rank #543

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Drew more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Clark and Drew mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin).

Are Clark and Drew boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Drew is primarily a boy name.

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