Clive vs Dave

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,019 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"uncle"

Origin: Hebrew

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Clive Rank #2,057

Dave Rank #2,019

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 vs #2057 for Clive.

Is Clive or Dave more popular?

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Dave mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Dave means "uncle" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clive and Dave boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Dave is primarily a boy name.