Clark vs Reed

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

Clark Rank #438
Reed Rank #422

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 vs #438 for Clark.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clark ___

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

Reed ___

  • Reed Alexander
  • Reed Thomas
  • Reed William
  • Reed Henry
  • Reed James
  • Reed Elliott

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Reed

Sage Wren Finn Gray Briar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clark or Reed more popular?

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 compared to Clark at #438 in the United States.

What do Clark and Reed mean?

Clark means "clerk, scribe, secretary" (Old English/Old French origin). Reed means "lives near reeds" (Old English origin).

Are Clark and Reed boy or girl names?

Clark is primarily a boy name. Reed is primarily a boy name.

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