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Edwin vs Mark

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Mark Rank #246

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #383 for Edwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Mark more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Mark mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Edwin and Mark boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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