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Evan 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

Evan Rank #143
Mark Rank #246

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Mark more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Evan and Mark mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Evan and Mark boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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