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Clark vs Kade

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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Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clark Rank #438
Kade Rank #346

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Kade more popular?

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Kade mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin).

Are Clark and Kade boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Kade is primarily a boy name.

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