NAME PROFILE
Clarke
Clarke is a name of English origin meaning 'clerk' or 'scholar.' It carries connotations of intelligence and wisdom, suggesting a person who is thoughtful, articulate, and knowledgeable. The name has a classic feel and is often associated with creativity and insight.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,598 |
| Gender | Female (6% / 94%) |
| Peak year | 2021 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1917 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 39%TX — 23%NY — 16%IL — 13%PA — 10%
Notable People
Clarke Gable (Actor, *Gone with the Wind*) · Clarke Griffin (Character from *The 100*) · Clarke Peters (Actor, *The Wire*) · Clarke MacArthur (Professional Hockey Player) · Clarke Carlisle (Former Footballer and TV Personality)
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