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Emerson vs Mark

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Emerson Rank #270
Mark Rank #246

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #270 for Emerson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emerson or Mark more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Emerson at #270 in the United States.

What do Emerson and Mark mean?

Emerson means "son of Emery" (English surname origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Emerson and Mark boy or girl names?

Emerson is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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