Cleven
Pronunciation: [ kl-EEV-uhn ]
Cleven is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,006 in the US, popular nicknames include Cle, Cly, and Cleie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cleven first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 187 babies have been named Cleven in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cleven is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,006 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,006
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Cleven
Cleven is a boy name .
Cleven is currently ranked #20,006 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cleven include Cle, Cly, Cleie, and Clevie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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