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Clark vs Mack

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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Mack

Boy #499 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#499
Total SSA Count
612
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clark Rank #438
Mack Rank #499

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #499 for Mack.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Mack more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Mack at #499 in the United States.

What do Clark and Mack mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Clark and Mack boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Mack is primarily a boy name.

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