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Clark vs Koa

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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Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clark Rank #438
Koa Rank #292

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Koa more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Koa mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Clark and Koa boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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