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Clyde vs Bode

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clyde

Boy #728 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the River Clyde"

Origin: Scottish Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#728
Total SSA Count
359
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bode

Boy #805 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"messenger, herald"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#805
Total SSA Count
312
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clyde Rank #728
Bode Rank #805

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #805 for Bode.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Bode more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Bode at #805 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Bode mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Bode means "messenger, herald" (Germanic origin).

Are Clyde and Bode boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Bode is primarily a boy name.

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