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West vs Mars

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

West

Boy #1,339 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the western direction"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,339
Total SSA Count
143
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Mars

Boy #1,455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"god of war"

Origin: Latin/Roman

Cultural Roots

Roman English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,455
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

West Rank #1,339
Mars Rank #1,455

West is more popular, ranked #1339 vs #1455 for Mars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West or Mars more popular?

West is more popular, ranked #1339 compared to Mars at #1455 in the United States.

What do West and Mars mean?

West means "from the western direction" (Old English origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are West and Mars boy or girl names?

West is primarily a boy name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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