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Clive vs Leopold

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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Leopold

Boy #2,094 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"brave people, bold folk"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Belgian English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,094
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Leopold Rank #2,094

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 vs #2094 for Leopold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Leopold more popular?

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 compared to Leopold at #2094 in the United States.

What do Clive and Leopold mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Leopold means "brave people, bold folk" (Germanic origin).

Are Clive and Leopold boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Leopold is primarily a boy name.

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