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Niles vs Clancy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niles

Boy #3,177 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"champion, winner"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Niall

Cultural Roots

British American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,177
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Niles Rank #3,177
Clancy Rank #3,215

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 vs #3215 for Clancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Niles or Clancy more popular?

Niles is more popular, ranked #3177 compared to Clancy at #3215 in the United States.

What do Niles and Clancy mean?

Niles means "champion, winner" (Irish Gaelic Niall origin). Clancy means "red warrior, son of the red warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Niles and Clancy boy or girl names?

Niles is primarily a boy name. Clancy is primarily a boy name.

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