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Jed vs Clive

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,057
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jed Rank #1,993
Clive Rank #2,057

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jed or Clive more popular?

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Jed and Clive mean?

Jed means "friend of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin).

Are Jed and Clive boy or girl names?

Jed is primarily a boy name. Clive is primarily a boy name.

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