Clinton vs Clive

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clinton

Girl #68,443 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hilltop town"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

English British American

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Clinton Rank #68,443

Clive Rank #2,057

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 vs #68443 for Clinton.

Is Clinton or Clive more popular?

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 compared to Clinton at #68443 in the United States.

What do Clinton and Clive mean?

Clinton means "hilltop town" (Old English origin). Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin).

Are Clinton and Clive boy or girl names?

Clinton is primarily a girl name. Clive is primarily a boy name.