Wilder vs Clark

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clark

Boy #438 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clerk, scribe, secretary"

Origin: Old English/Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#438
Total SSA Count
725
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Wilder Rank #391
Clark Rank #438

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 vs #438 for Clark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilder or Clark more popular?

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Wilder and Clark mean?

Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin). Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are Wilder and Clark boy or girl names?

Wilder is primarily a boy name. Clark is primarily a boy name.

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