Alison vs Clover

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alison

Girl #465 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"noble type"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
673
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ali, Allie, Aly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Clover

Girl #618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"good luck, prosperity (symbolic)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#618
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Clo, Clovy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alison Rank #465
Clover Rank #618

Alison is more popular, ranked #465 vs #618 for Clover.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alison ___

  • Alison Grace
  • Alison Marie
  • Alison Jane
  • Alison Rose
  • Alison Kate
  • Alison Claire

Clover ___

  • Clover Rose
  • Clover Mae
  • Clover Jane
  • Clover Fern
  • Clover Ivy
  • Clover June

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alison

Emily Lauren Claire Megan Dylan

If you choose Clover

Willow Ivy Fern Jasper River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alison or Clover more popular?

Alison is more popular, ranked #465 compared to Clover at #618 in the United States.

What do Alison and Clover mean?

Alison means "noble type" (Old High German origin). Clover means "good luck, prosperity (symbolic)" (Old English origin).

Are Alison and Clover boy or girl names?

Alison is primarily a girl name. Clover is primarily a girl name.

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