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Clive vs Reggie

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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Reggie

Boy #1,972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler's counsel, powerful advisor"

Origin: Old High German via Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,972
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Reggie Rank #1,972

Reggie is more popular, ranked #1972 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Reggie more popular?

Reggie is more popular, ranked #1972 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Reggie mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Reggie means "ruler's counsel, powerful advisor" (Old High German via Norman French origin).

Are Clive and Reggie boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Reggie is primarily a boy name.

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