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King vs Clark

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

King Rank #343
Clark Rank #438

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Clark more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do King and Clark mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are King and Clark boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Clark is primarily a boy name.

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