Name comparison
Mark vs Stephen
Mark is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mark | Stephen |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 1,080,886 | 628,292 |
| Global rank | #19 | #53 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 7,401 | 1 in 12,733 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.7%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,080,886 | 628,292 |
How they differ
Mark has approximately 1.1M living bearers compared to 628k for Stephen - a ratio of about 1.7x.
Mark originates from unknown origins. Stephen originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mark or Stephen more popular?
Mark is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,080,886 estimated living bearers compared to 628,292 for Stephen. That is roughly 1.7x more bearers of Mark.
What is the difference in origin between Mark and Stephen?
Mark originates from unknown sources. Stephen originates from unknown sources.
Are Mark and Stephen used for the same gender?
Both Mark and Stephen are predominantly used as male names.
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