Neil vs Clyde

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #728 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the River Clyde"

Origin: Scottish Celtic

Scottish English American

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Neil Rank #866

Clyde Rank #728

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Clyde more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Clyde mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin).

Are Neil and Clyde boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Clyde is primarily a boy name.