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Ripley vs Mars

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ripley

Boy #1,402 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strip-shaped clearing in woodland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,402
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ripley Rank #1,402
Mars Rank #1,455

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 vs #1455 for Mars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ripley or Mars more popular?

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 compared to Mars at #1455 in the United States.

What do Ripley and Mars mean?

Ripley means "strip-shaped clearing in woodland" (Old English origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are Ripley and Mars boy or girl names?

Ripley is primarily a boy name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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