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Orion vs Mark

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

Orion Rank #326
Mark Rank #246

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orion or Mark more popular?

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

What do Orion and Mark mean?

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

Are Orion and Mark boy or girl names?

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

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