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Mark vs Raphael

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
Raphael Rank #421

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #421 for Raphael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Raphael more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Mark and Raphael mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mark and Raphael boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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