Clive
Clive: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛklaΙͺv/
Meaning and origin of Clive
- A male given name transferred from the surname, popular in Britain in the mid-twentieth century.
How popular is Clive?
Since 1880, 3,336 boys in the U.S. have been named Clive. Its highest rank for boys was #764 in 1906. In 2025, 57 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Clive FAQ
What does the name Clive mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, popular in Britain in the mid-twentieth century.
What is the origin of the name Clive?
Clive is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Clive?
Since 1880, 3,336 boys in the U.S. have been named Clive. Its highest rank for boys was #764 in 1906. In 2025, 57 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Clive a boy or girl name?
Clive is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,336 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.