Mark
Boy name · 19,843 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Mark: 19,843 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 1,234 births in 1974.
Derived from the Roman name Marcus, which itself comes from Mars, the Roman god of war, Mark has deep roots in Latin antiquity. Among its most celebrated bearers are the evangelist Saint Mark, author of the second Gospel, and the American writer Mark Twain, whose real name was Samuel Clemens. The name also lends itself to famous places like St Mark's Square in Venice, a stunning plaza named for the saint. A strong, classic choice that has remained consistently popular across centuries, Mark shares its origin with the more formal Marcus, and in Scotland it has been a steady presence in baby name charts since the 1970s, beloved for its simplicity and enduring appeal.
Boy 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19741,234 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #19022 babies
- Total births
- 19,843since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 28%vs prior 5y