Clyde vs Duke

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
Duke Rank #710

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #728 for Clyde.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Duke more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Clyde at #728 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Duke mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Clyde and Duke boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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