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Forrest 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

Forrest Rank #408
Mark Rank #246

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #408 for Forrest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forrest or Mark more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Forrest at #408 in the United States.

What do Forrest and Mark mean?

Forrest means "dweller near the woods" (Old French origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Forrest and Mark boy or girl names?

Forrest is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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