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Raphael 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

Raphael Rank #421
Mark Rank #246

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael or Mark more popular?

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

What do Raphael and Mark mean?

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

Are Raphael and Mark boy or girl names?

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

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