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Clyde vs Eugene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Clyde Rank #728
Eugene Rank #871

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #871 for Eugene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Eugene more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Eugene at #871 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Eugene mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin).

Are Clyde and Eugene boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Eugene is primarily a boy name.

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