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Clive vs Daryl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,057
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Daryl Rank #2,002

Daryl is more popular, ranked #2002 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Daryl more popular?

Daryl is more popular, ranked #2002 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Daryl mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin).

Are Clive and Daryl boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Daryl is primarily a boy name.

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