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Kirk vs Clarke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kirk

Boy #2,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church, one who lives by a church"

Origin: Old Norse kirkja

Cultural Roots

Scottish American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,573
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Clarke

Boy #3,358 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scholar, scribe"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,358
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kirk Rank #2,573
Clarke Rank #3,358

Kirk is more popular, ranked #2573 vs #3358 for Clarke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kirk or Clarke more popular?

Kirk is more popular, ranked #2573 compared to Clarke at #3358 in the United States.

What do Kirk and Clarke mean?

Kirk means "church, one who lives by a church" (Old Norse kirkja origin). Clarke means "clerk, scholar, scribe" (Old English origin).

Are Kirk and Clarke boy or girl names?

Kirk is primarily a boy name. Clarke is primarily a boy name.

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