Clovis
Clovis: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkloʊvɪs/
Meaning and origin of Clovis
- A male given name borne by several prominent people in Frankish/French and Germanic history.
Etymology
Borrowed from French Clovis, from Frankish *Hlōdowig, the same Germanic source as French Louis, Dutch Lodewijk and German Ludwig, see there for further information. Doublet of Louis and Ludwig. The New Mexican city was named after a Frankish king; the Native American site and culture were named after this city.
How popular is Clovis?
Since 1880, 627 girls and 3,092 boys in the U.S. have been named Clovis (17% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1469 in 1923. Its highest rank for boys was #634 in 1914. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Clovis
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Sibling name ideas for Clovis
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Clovis FAQ
What does the name Clovis mean?
A male given name borne by several prominent people in Frankish/French and Germanic history. Borrowed from French Clovis, from Frankish *Hlōdowig, the same Germanic source as French Louis, Dutch Lodewijk and German Ludwig, see there for further information. Doublet of Louis and Ludwig. The New Mexican city was named after a Frankish king; the Native American site and culture were named after this city.
What is the origin of the name Clovis?
Clovis is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Clovis?
Since 1880, 627 girls and 3,092 boys in the U.S. have been named Clovis (17% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1469 in 1923. Its highest rank for boys was #634 in 1914. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Clovis a boy or girl name?
Clovis is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (627 girls and 3,092 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.