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Clark vs Edwin

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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Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clark Rank #438
Edwin Rank #383

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Edwin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Edwin mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Clark and Edwin boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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