Clifton vs Smith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clifton

Boy #1,756 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cliff settlement"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Clifton Rank #1,756

Smith Rank #1,580

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 vs #1756 for Clifton.

Is Clifton or Smith more popular?

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 compared to Clifton at #1756 in the United States.

What do Clifton and Smith mean?

Clifton means "cliff settlement" (Old English origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Clifton and Smith boy or girl names?

Clifton is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.