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Lark

LARK

Rare & Uncommon ↑ Rising

✦ Meaning

“English surname-turned-given name, referring to the songbird known for its melodious dawn chorus, symbolizing freedom and joy.”

Popularity Over Time

Lark US popularity rank over timeRank 15055 in 2004 to rank 1113 in 1949. Lower rank numbers are more popular.#1113#8084#1505519451960198020002024

Lark is not currently in the US top 1000.

Origin

Old English

Syllables

1

Style

NatureModernBoldPlayful

Famous Bearers

  • Lark Voorhees (character)
  • Lark Larson (fictional)

Cross-Cultural Notes

English origin; works across English-speaking cultures

People Also Ask

English surname-turned-given name, referring to the songbird known for its melodious dawn chorus, symbolizing freedom and joy.

Lark is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. It's trending up as more parents discover it.

Lark works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.

Names that pair beautifully with Lark include Wren, Iris, Eden, Luna.