Clive vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"servant, worshipper of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Clive Rank #2,057

Obed Rank #1,942

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 vs #2057 for Clive.

Is Clive or Obed more popular?

Obed is more popular, ranked #1942 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Obed mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clive and Obed boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.