Clive vs Ridley

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 #2,253 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"reed clearing"

Origin: Old English

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Clive Rank #2,057

Ridley Rank #2,253

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 vs #2253 for Ridley.

Is Clive or Ridley more popular?

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 compared to Ridley at #2253 in the United States.

What do Clive and Ridley mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Ridley means "reed clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Clive and Ridley boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Ridley is primarily a boy name.