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Clark vs Ford

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
Ford Rank #571

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #571 for Ford.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Ford more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Ford at #571 in the United States.

What do Clark and Ford mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Ford means "shallow river crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Clark and Ford boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Ford is primarily a boy name.

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