#4372024 rank
1961peak year
46,937babies named Clark since 1880
▼ 10%5-year trend
Clark popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Clark mean?
An English surname from Latin clericus, 'clerk or scribe,' originally denoting an educated man or clergyman. Adopted as a given name, boosted by the Lewis and Clark association.
OriginEnglish
Syllables1
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
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Famous Clarks
- Clark Gable, actor
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