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Deacon vs Clark

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

Deacon Rank #551
Clark Rank #438

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 vs #551 for Deacon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deacon or Clark more popular?

Clark is more popular, ranked #438 compared to Deacon at #551 in the United States.

What do Deacon and Clark mean?

Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin). Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are Deacon and Clark boy or girl names?

Deacon is primarily a boy name. Clark is primarily a boy name.

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