Baron vs Clarence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Baron

Boy #1,510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free man, warrior"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,510
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bear, Ronnie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Baron Rank #1,510
Clarence Rank #1,563

Baron is more popular, ranked #1510 vs #1563 for Clarence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Baron ___

  • Baron James
  • Baron William
  • Baron Alexander
  • Baron Cole
  • Baron Reid
  • Baron Scott

Clarence ___

  • Clarence James
  • Clarence Thomas
  • Clarence Edward
  • Clarence Arthur
  • Clarence William
  • Clarence Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

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Duke Earl Rex Royal Prince

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Harold Eleanor Beatrice Herbert Florence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baron or Clarence more popular?

Baron is more popular, ranked #1510 compared to Clarence at #1563 in the United States.

What do Baron and Clarence mean?

Baron means "free man, warrior" (Old High German origin). Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin).

Are Baron and Clarence boy or girl names?

Baron is primarily a boy name. Clarence is primarily a boy name.

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