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Ember vs Clancy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ember

Boy #3,159 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"glowing coal, burning ember"

Origin: Old English/Norse

Cultural Roots

American English Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,159
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Clancy

Boy #3,215 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red warrior, son of the red warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,215
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ember Rank #3,159
Clancy Rank #3,215

Ember is more popular, ranked #3159 vs #3215 for Clancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ember or Clancy more popular?

Ember is more popular, ranked #3159 compared to Clancy at #3215 in the United States.

What do Ember and Clancy mean?

Ember means "glowing coal, burning ember" (Old English/Norse origin). Clancy means "red warrior, son of the red warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ember and Clancy boy or girl names?

Ember is primarily a boy name. Clancy is primarily a boy name.

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