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Mark vs Aaron

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

Mark Rank #246
Aaron Rank #79

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Aaron more popular?

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Mark and Aaron mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Aaron means "high mountain" (Hebrew (aharon) origin).

Are Mark and Aaron boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Aaron is primarily a boy name.

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