Clark vs Jeffrey

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
Jeffrey Rank #521

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #521 for Jeffrey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Jeffrey more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Jeffrey at #521 in the United States.

What do Clark and Jeffrey mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin).

Are Clark and Jeffrey boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Jeffrey is primarily a boy name.

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