Lark
Lark: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Lark
- A male given name transferred from the surname, of occasional usage.
- A female given name from English from the lark bird.
How popular is Lark?
Since 1880, 1,862 girls and 272 boys in the U.S. have been named Lark (87% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1116 in 1949. Its highest rank for boys was #806 in 1885. In 2025, 38 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Lark FAQ
What does the name Lark mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, of occasional usage. A female given name from English from the lark bird.
What is the origin of the name Lark?
Lark is listed as a name of English from the lark bird origin.
How popular is the name Lark?
Since 1880, 1,862 girls and 272 boys in the U.S. have been named Lark (87% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1116 in 1949. Its highest rank for boys was #806 in 1885. In 2025, 38 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lark a boy or girl name?
Lark is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,862 girls and 272 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.