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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Clerk, scholar
- Origin
- English (surname, variant of Clark)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- KLARK
Clarke is an English surname name, a variant of Clark, that comes from the occupational term for a clerk or scholar. It's the kind of name that carries a quiet, studious history behind it, since it started out describing someone's job rather than a wish or blessing for a child. If you're drawn to surname-style names with a clear, traceable meaning, Clarke fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Clarke
Meaning: Clerk, scholar.
Origin: English (surname, variant of Clark).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Clarke
KLARKIPA /klɑːrk/
Popularity of Clarke
Clarke has been recorded in Social Security data since 1880, when it reached its peak popularity at #831 with 6 babies given the name. By 2024, it had fallen to #1863, with 107 babies named Clarke that year.
Names Like Clarke
These names have followed a similar path to Clarke in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Clarke mean?
Clerk, scholar. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Clarke?
Clarke is pronounced KLARK (IPA: /klɑːrk/).
Is Clarke a popular name right now?
Clarke peaked at #831 in 1880 and is ranked #1863 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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