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Eugene vs Clyde

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

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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Eugene Rank #871
Clyde Rank #728

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugene or Clyde more popular?

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

What do Eugene and Clyde mean?

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

Are Eugene and Clyde boy or girl names?

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

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