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Mark vs Orion

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
Orion Rank #326

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #326 for Orion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Orion more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Orion at #326 in the United States.

What do Mark and Orion mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin).

Are Mark and Orion boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Orion is primarily a boy name.

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