Clive vs Klay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

English British American

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Boy #2,112 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"clay, mortal man"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Clive Rank #2,057

Klay Rank #2,112

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 vs #2112 for Klay.

Is Clive or Klay more popular?

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 compared to Klay at #2112 in the United States.

What do Clive and Klay mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Klay means "clay, mortal man" (Old English origin).

Are Clive and Klay boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Klay is primarily a boy name.