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Mark vs Hank

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
Hank Rank #425

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #425 for Hank.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Hank more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Hank at #425 in the United States.

What do Mark and Hank mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Hank means "ruler of the home" (Germanic origin).

Are Mark and Hank boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Hank is primarily a boy name.

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