Boswell vs Clegg

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clegg

Boy #38,364 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"horsefly, gadfly"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,364
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cle, Cly, Clie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Boswell Rank #38,269
Clegg Rank #38,364

Boswell is more popular, ranked #38269 vs #38364 for Clegg.

Middle Name Pairings

Boswell ___

No pairings available yet.

Clegg ___

  • Clegg James
  • Clegg Thomas
  • Clegg William
  • Clegg Andrew
  • Clegg Robert
  • Clegg Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Boswell

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If you choose Clegg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boswell or Clegg more popular?

Boswell is more popular, ranked #38269 compared to Clegg at #38364 in the United States.

What do Boswell and Clegg mean?

Clegg means "horsefly, gadfly" (Old Norse origin).

Are Boswell and Clegg boy or girl names?

Boswell is primarily a boy name. Clegg is primarily a boy name.

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