Oswald vs Clive

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oswald

Boy #2,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine power, God's rule"

Origin: Old English os weald

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Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

English British American

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Oswald Rank #2,124

Clive Rank #2,057

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 vs #2124 for Oswald.

Is Oswald or Clive more popular?

Clive is more popular, ranked #2057 compared to Oswald at #2124 in the United States.

What do Oswald and Clive mean?

Oswald means "divine power, God's rule" (Old English os weald origin). Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin).

Are Oswald and Clive boy or girl names?

Oswald is primarily a boy name. Clive is primarily a boy name.