Clyde vs Colten

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

Popularity Comparison

Clyde Rank #728
Colten Rank #899

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #899 for Colten.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Colten more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Colten at #899 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Colten mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Colten means "dark settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Clyde and Colten boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Colten is primarily a boy name.

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