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Clark vs Rylan

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
Rylan Rank #372

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Rylan more popular?

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Rylan mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Rylan means "land where rye grows" (Old English origin).

Are Clark and Rylan boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Rylan is primarily a boy name.

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