Dave vs Clive

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dave

Boy #2,019 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"uncle"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

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Dave Rank #2,019

Clive Rank #2,057

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 vs #2057 for Clive.

Is Dave or Clive more popular?

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Dave and Clive mean?

Dave means "uncle" (Hebrew origin). Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin).

Are Dave and Clive boy or girl names?

Dave is primarily a boy name. Clive is primarily a boy name.