Franklin 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

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Popularity Comparison

Franklin Rank #389
Clark Rank #438

Franklin is more popular, ranked #389 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Franklin or Clark more popular?

Franklin is more popular, ranked #389 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Franklin and Clark mean?

Franklin means "free man, freeholder of land" (Middle English origin). Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are Franklin and Clark boy or girl names?

Franklin is primarily a boy name. Clark is primarily a boy name.

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