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Mark vs Augustus

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
Augustus Rank #409

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #409 for Augustus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Augustus more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Mark and Augustus mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin).

Are Mark and Augustus boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Augustus is primarily a boy name.

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