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Clive vs Duane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duane

Boy #2,090 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"little dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,090
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Duane Rank #2,090

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 vs #2090 for Duane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Duane more popular?

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 compared to Duane at #2090 in the United States.

What do Clive and Duane mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Duane means "little dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Clive and Duane boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Duane is primarily a boy name.

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