Clover

Pronunciation: [ kl-OHV-er ]

Girl Name #618 Most Popular Rising 2 Syllables

A little luck, a lot of wildflower charm

American English

Earthy Whimsical Playful Modern Unique

Meaning & Origin

"good luck, prosperity (symbolic)"

Origin: Old English

Language: English

The Story of Clover

Clover derives from the Old English clafre, referring to the flowering plant of the genus Trifolium. The clover has been a symbol of good luck since ancient times — the rare four-leaf clover is one of the most universally recognized good luck symbols in Western culture. As a given name, Clover belongs to the category of botanical nature names (alongside Ivy, Fern, Violet, and Hazel) that have seen a major revival in the 21st century.

Clover has been rising as a given name since around 2015, part of a broader trend of unusual botanical names. Parents are drawn to its cheerful, positive associations (luck, growth, the outdoors) and its whimsical sound. It benefits from the mainstream success of similar names like Violet and Juniper.

In Irish culture, the shamrock (a three-leaf clover) is the national symbol associated with Saint Patrick and the Holy Trinity. In English folk tradition, finding a four-leaf clover brings luck because the fourth leaf represents good fortune, beyond the faith, hope, and love of the three leaves.

Fun Facts

The probability of finding a four-leaf clover is approximately 1 in 10,000
Clover is a nitrogen-fixing plant — it literally improves the ground it grows in, a lovely metaphor for a child's name

Clover in Other Languages

Irish Seamróg (shamrock)

French Trèfle

German Klee

Spanish Trébol

Famous People Named Clover

Clover Moore

Politician

1945

Australian politician who has served as Lord Mayor of Sydney since 2004, one of the longest-serving mayors in Australian...

Australian politician who has served as Lord Mayor of Sydney since 2004, one of the longest-serving mayors in Australian history

Clover (My Little Pony) Fictional

Other

Character from My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, a studious unicorn and student of Starswirl the Bearded

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #618
Total SSA Count: 482
Cultural Origins: American English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Clo Clovy

Pairs Well With

Clover Rose Clover Mae Clover Jane Clover Fern Clover Ivy Clover June Clover Pearl

Sibling Names

Willow Ivy Fern Jasper River Sage Hazel

Also a Boy Name

Clover is also used as a boy name, ranked #5908.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Clover

What does the name Clover mean?

"good luck, prosperity (symbolic)" (from Old English). Clover derives from the Old English clafre, referring to the flowering plant of the genus Trifolium. The clover has been a symbol of good luck since ancient times — the rare four-leaf clover is one of the most universally recognized good luck symbols in Western culture. As a given name, Clover belongs to the category of botanical nature names (alongside Ivy, Fern, Violet, and Hazel) that have seen a major revival in the 21st century.

What is the origin of the name Clover?

Clover has Old English, American, and English origins. In Old English, it means "good luck, prosperity (symbolic)".

Is Clover a boy or girl name?

Clover is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #618. As a boy name, it is ranked #5908. Clover is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Clover?

Clover is pronounced kl-OHV-er.

How popular is the name Clover?

Clover is currently ranked #618 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Clover?

Common nicknames for Clover include Clo and Clovy.

What are good middle names for Clover?

Popular middle name pairings include Clover Rose, Clover Mae, Clover Jane, Clover Fern, Clover Ivy, Clover June, and Clover Pearl.

What are good sibling names for Clover?

Names that pair well with Clover as siblings include Willow, Ivy, Fern, Jasper, River, Sage, and Hazel.

How many syllables does Clover have?

Clover has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Clover a common or rare name?

Clover is moderately common, ranked #618 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Clover

Clover is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "good luck, prosperity (symbolic)" in Old English .

Is Clover a boy or girl name? Clover is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #618 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #5,908. Clover is more commonly used as a girl name.

Clover is currently ranked #618 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Clover has 2 syllables and is pronounced kl-OHV-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Clover include Clo and Clovy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.