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Mark vs Sullivan

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
Sullivan Rank #340

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Sullivan more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Mark and Sullivan mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Mark and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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