Charlotte 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
Nicknames
Cla, Cly, Clie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Clark Rank #438

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #438 for Clark.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Clark ___

  • Clark James
  • Clark Henry
  • Clark William
  • Clark Reid
  • Clark Thomas
  • Clark Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Clark

Fletcher Greer Avery Brooks Sutton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Clark more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Clark mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin).

Are Charlotte and Clark boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Clark is primarily a boy name.

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