Mark
Mark first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1960, when 58,727 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,416.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Mark popular?
Declining Mark is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1960 peak.
| 2020s | 8,658 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 21,108 | |
| 2000s | 37,257 | |
| 1990s | 75,816 | |
| 1980s | 129,442 | |
| 1970s | 194,260 | |
| 1960s | 441,390 | |
| 1950s | 382,589 | |
| 1940s | 50,731 | |
| 1930s | 7,444 | |
| 1920s | 6,495 | |
| 1910s | 4,134 | |
| 1900s | 971 | |
| 1890s | 953 | |
| 1880s | 928 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Mark mean?
Mark comes from the Roman name Marcus, probably derived from Mars, the god of war. Mark the Evangelist is credited with the second Gospel.
Nicknames for Mark
- Marky
Variants & spellings
- Marc
- Marco
- Marcus
- Markus
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mark mean?
Mark means Of Mars. Mark comes from the Roman name Marcus, probably derived from Mars, the god of war. Mark the Evangelist is credited with the second Gospel.
What is the origin of the name Mark?
Mark is of Latin origin.
How do you pronounce Mark?
Mark is pronounced “MARK.”
Is Mark a boy or a girl name?
Mark is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Mark a popular name right now?
Mark is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1960 peak.
How popular is the name Mark?
In 2025, Mark ranked #245 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Mark most popular?
Mark was most popular in 1960, when about 58,727 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Mark?
Common nicknames for Mark include Marky.
What names are similar to Mark?
Names similar to Mark include Luke, Matthew, Paul, Anthony.
What names go well with Mark?
Latin names that pair well with Mark include Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava, Oliver.