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Clarke vs Greg

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clarke

Boy #3,358 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scholar, scribe"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,358
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Greg

Boy #4,526 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,526
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clarke Rank #3,358
Greg Rank #4,526

Clarke is more popular, ranked #3358 vs #4526 for Greg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarke or Greg more popular?

Clarke is more popular, ranked #3358 compared to Greg at #4526 in the United States.

What do Clarke and Greg mean?

Clarke means "clerk, scholar, scribe" (Old English origin). Greg means "watchful, alert" (Greek origin).

Are Clarke and Greg boy or girl names?

Clarke is primarily a boy name. Greg is primarily a boy name.

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