Mark
Meaning: Of Mars, warlike, consecrated to Mars
Origin: Latin/Roman
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #10
Total births: 28,607
History: Mark rose sharply in Ireland during the 1970s and 1980s, becoming ubiquitous in Irish schools and GAA underage teams. While not traditionally Gaelic, it was embraced wholeheartedly by Irish families during a period of cultural modernisation. Mark Landers captained Cork to the All-Ireland hurling title in 1999. The name's popularity in Ireland mirrored broader Western trends but took on a distinctly Irish character through its prevalence in every county from Antrim to Kerry.
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Every number here comes directly from Ireland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #99 |
| Babies named Mark in 2025 | 58 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 28,607 |
| Peak year | 1974 (979 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #7 |
| Years in records | 1964–2025 (62 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 7 spots |
Frequently asked about Mark
What does the name Mark mean?
Mark means “Of Mars, warlike, consecrated to Mars” from Latin/Roman roots.
What is the origin of the name Mark?
Mark has Latin/Roman origin. The traditional meaning is “Of Mars, warlike, consecrated to Mars”.
How popular is Mark in Ireland?
Mark ranked #99 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 58 babies that year.
When was Mark most popular?
Mark peaked in 1974 with 979 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Mark a boy or girl name?
Mark is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Marks in registered births are male.
How long has Mark been recorded in Ireland?
Mark appears in birth records in Ireland across 62 years — from 1964 through 2025.