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Mark vs Edward

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
Edward Rank #228

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Edward more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Mark and Edward mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Mark and Edward boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.

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