Clarence vs Cypress

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cypress

Boy #1,418 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cypress tree"

Origin: Greek kyparissos

Cultural Roots

American English Mediterranean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,418
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cy, Cy-Cy, Press

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Clarence Rank #1,563
Cypress Rank #1,418

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 vs #1563 for Clarence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarence ___

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

Cypress ___

  • Cypress James
  • Cypress River
  • Cypress Stone
  • Cypress Reed
  • Cypress Blue
  • Cypress Wolf

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clarence

Harold Eleanor Beatrice Herbert Florence

If you choose Cypress

Aspen Birch Juniper Rowan Cedar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarence or Cypress more popular?

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 compared to Clarence at #1563 in the United States.

What do Clarence and Cypress mean?

Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Cypress means "cypress tree" (Greek kyparissos origin).

Are Clarence and Cypress boy or girl names?

Clarence is primarily a boy name. Cypress is primarily a boy name.

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