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Clegg vs Shields

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clegg

Boy #38,364 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"horsefly, gadfly"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,364
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clegg Rank #38,364
Shields Rank #38,206

Shields is more popular, ranked #38206 vs #38364 for Clegg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clegg or Shields more popular?

Shields is more popular, ranked #38206 compared to Clegg at #38364 in the United States.

What do Clegg and Shields mean?

Clegg means "horsefly, gadfly" (Old Norse origin).

Are Clegg and Shields boy or girl names?

Clegg is primarily a boy name. Shields is primarily a boy name.

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