Clive vs Gannon

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

Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Gannon Rank #1,861

Gannon is more popular, ranked #1861 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Gannon more popular?

Gannon is more popular, ranked #1861 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Gannon mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Gannon means "fair-skinned, son of the fair one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Clive and Gannon boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Gannon is primarily a boy name.

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