Morris vs Clive

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Morris

Boy #1,873 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Moorish, dark-complexioned"

Origin: Latin

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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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Morris Rank #1,873

Clive Rank #2,057

Morris is more popular, ranked #1873 vs #2057 for Clive.

Is Morris or Clive more popular?

Morris is more popular, ranked #1873 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Morris and Clive mean?

Morris means "Moorish, dark-complexioned" (Latin origin). Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin).

Are Morris and Clive boy or girl names?

Morris is primarily a boy name. Clive is primarily a boy name.