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King vs Mark

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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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

King Rank #343
Mark Rank #246

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #343 for King.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Mark more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do King and Mark mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are King and Mark boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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