Clive vs Theophilus

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 #2,216 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"friend of God, beloved by God"

Origin: Greek

Greek English Ethiopian Christian

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Clive Rank #2,057

Theophilus Rank #2,216

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 vs #2216 for Theophilus.

Is Clive or Theophilus more popular?

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 compared to Theophilus at #2216 in the United States.

What do Clive and Theophilus mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Theophilus means "friend of God, beloved by God" (Greek origin).

Are Clive and Theophilus boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Theophilus is primarily a boy name.