Lark: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Songbird — joyful, free, and musical
Lark as a Girl Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #2779
- Peak
- #1116 in 1949
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Lark Means
Lark is a girl name of English origin. Songbird — joyful, free, and musical
How Popular Lark Is
Lark currently ranks #2779 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1116 in 1949. It is rising.
Good to Know About Lark
- Lark has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Lark is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Lark as a Boy Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #11298
- Peak
- #806 in 1885
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Lark Means
Lark is a boy name of English origin. A songbird child who greets each dawn with joy.
How Popular Lark Is
Lark currently ranks #11298 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #806 in 1885. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Lark
- At its most popular, Lark reached #806 in the U.S. in 1885.
- Lark is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Lark is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Lark as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #11298
- Peak
- #806 in 1885
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Lark Means
Lark is a unisex name of English origin. A songbird at dawn, full of joy and melody.
How Popular Lark Is
Lark currently ranks #11298 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #806 in 1885. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Lark
- At its most popular, Lark reached #806 in the U.S. in 1885.
- Lark is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Lark is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Lark
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Lark
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Lark.
Questions About Lark
What does Lark mean?
Lark is a girl name of English origin. Songbird — joyful, free, and musical
How popular is Lark?
Lark currently ranks #2779 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1116 in 1949. It is rising.
Where does Lark come from?
Lark comes from English roots. Lark has been gaining popularity in recent years.
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