Kalen 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

Popularity Comparison

Kalen Rank #2,041
Clive Rank #2,057

Kalen is more popular, ranked #2041 vs #2057 for Clive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kalen or Clive more popular?

Kalen is more popular, ranked #2041 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Kalen and Clive mean?

Kalen means "slender, narrow" (Gaelic origin). Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin).

Are Kalen and Clive boy or girl names?

Kalen is primarily a boy name. Clive is primarily a boy name.

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