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Mark vs Colt

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
Colt Rank #276

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #276 for Colt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Colt more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Colt at #276 in the United States.

What do Mark and Colt mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Colt means "frisky, energetic youth" (Old English origin).

Are Mark and Colt boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Colt is primarily a boy name.

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