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Clive vs Holt

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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Holt

Boy #1,918 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small forest, wooded grove"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,918
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Holt Rank #1,918

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Holt more popular?

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Holt mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin).

Are Clive and Holt boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Holt is primarily a boy name.

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