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Timothy 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

Timothy Rank #208
Mark Rank #246

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timothy or Mark more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Timothy and Mark mean?

Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Timothy and Mark boy or girl names?

Timothy is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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