Clark Cosby

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clark Cosby — scholar, clergyman
39K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clark Cosby is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Clark is a masculine given name of Latin origin. From Middle English clerc, from Latin clericus (clergyman, scholar). An occupational surname for a clerk or scribe. The surname Cosby: Alexander Cosby (1685–1742), Irish military officer Andrew Cosby (born 1968), American comic book creator, film producer, and screenwriter Bill Cosby (born 1937), American actor, comedian, and alleged sex offender Bryce Cosby (born 1999), American football player Camille Cosby (born 1944), American author and wife of Bill Cosby Dabney Cosby (1793–1862), American architect and builder Dudley Cosby, 1st Baron Sydney (1730–1774), Irish politician and diplomat Ennis Cosby (1969–1997), American student and son of Bill Cosby who was murdered in 1997 Erika Cosby (born 1965), artist and daughter of Bi. Clark is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 39K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Clark reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Clark

Meaning: scholar, clergyman

Latin

From Middle English clerc, from Latin clericus (clergyman, scholar). An occupational surname for a clerk or scribe.

Surname: Cosby

Irish

Alexander Cosby (1685–1742), Irish military officer Andrew Cosby (born 1968), American comic book creator, film producer, and screenwriter Bill Cosby (born 1937), American actor, comedian, and alleged sex offender Bryce Cosby (born 1999), American football player Camille Cosby (born 1944), American author and wife of Bill Cosby Dabney Cosby (1793–1862), American architect and builder Dudley Cosby, 1st Baron Sydney (1730–1774), Irish politician and diplomat Ennis Cosby (1969–1997), American student and son of Bill Cosby who was murdered in 1997 Erika Cosby (born 1965), artist and daughter of Bi.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Clark is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 16%
Spain 13%
Brazil 16%
France 9%
Mexico 13%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Clark by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Clark Cosby

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Clark Cosby:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Clark?
The first name Clark originates from Latin. From Middle English clerc, from Latin clericus (clergyman, scholar). An occupational surname for a clerk or scribe.
When was Clark most popular?
The name Clark reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cosby?
The surname Cosby originates from Irish. Alexander Cosby (1685–1742), Irish military officer Andrew Cosby (born 1968), American comic book creator, film producer, and screenwriter Bill Cosby (born 1937), American actor, comedian, and alleged sex offender Bryce Cosby (born 1999), American football player Camille Cosby (born 1944), American author and wife of Bill Cosby Dabney Cosby (1793–1862), American architect and builder Dudley Cosby, 1st Baron Sydney (1730–1774), Irish politician and diplomat Ennis Cosby (1969–1997), American student and son of Bill Cosby who was murdered in 1997 Erika Cosby (born 1965), artist and daughter of Bi.
What are the origins of the name Clark Cosby?
The name Clark Cosby combines two different traditions: the first name Clark has Latin roots, while the surname Cosby originates from Irish.
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