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Mark vs Caleb

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
Caleb Rank #49

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Caleb more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Mark and Caleb mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mark and Caleb boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.

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