Clarence vs Edward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ted

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clarence Rank #1,563
Edward Rank #228

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 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

Edward ___

  • Edward James
  • Edward William
  • Edward Thomas
  • Edward Charles
  • Edward Henry
  • Edward George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clarence

Harold Eleanor Beatrice Herbert Florence

If you choose Edward

Charlotte Eleanor Margaret William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarence or Edward more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Clarence at #1563 in the United States.

What do Clarence and Edward mean?

Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Clarence and Edward boy or girl names?

Clarence is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.

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