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Clyde vs Rex

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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Popularity Comparison

Clyde Rank #728
Rex Rank #793

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #793 for Rex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Rex more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Rex at #793 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Rex mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Rex means "king" (Latin origin).

Are Clyde and Rex boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Rex is primarily a boy name.

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