Clive vs Jarvis

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

Jarvis

Boy #2,024 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"spear servant"

Origin: Old Germanic via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,024
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Jarvis Rank #2,024

Jarvis is more popular, ranked #2024 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Jarvis more popular?

Jarvis is more popular, ranked #2024 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Jarvis mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Jarvis means "spear servant" (Old Germanic via Old French origin).

Are Clive and Jarvis boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Jarvis is primarily a boy name.

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