Lark

The name Lark, which can be used for both women and men, originates from English and literally means 'the lark,' a well-known singing bird. Additionally, the name can also be symbolically interpreted as 'the early riser.'

What does the name Lark mean?

Lark, the female as well as occasionally male name, means 'the lark,' a singing bird, in direct translation from English. Furthermore, it can also be associated with 'the early riser.' In contemporary colloquial language, the word lark also refers to a fun or joke. The name is predominantly found in English-speaking regions, but is overall quite rare.

Where does the name Lark come from?

The name Lark has its roots in Old English and is used for both women and men. Its meaning is 'the lark' or 'the early riser.' The Old English

How do you pronounce Lark?

Lark is pronounced like 'Lark,' similar to the German word 'Lark' with a short 'a.'

Popularity

In Germany, Lark is considered a rare name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female baby names. The highest ranking the name achieved was in 2020, at 4,158th place. Over the last ten years, Lark has been given as a first name about ten times, placing it at 7,402nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,788th.

Nicknames & pet names

Larki / Lurch / Quark

Famous people

• Lark DiMucci (daughter of Dion DiMucci)
• Lark Short (character in 'Life in Pieces')