Clarence vs Eugene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gene

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Clarence Rank #1,563
Eugene Rank #871

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 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

Eugene ___

  • Eugene Arthur
  • Eugene Clifford
  • Eugene Walter
  • Eugene Raymond
  • Eugene Herbert
  • Eugene Chester

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clarence

Harold Eleanor Beatrice Herbert Florence

If you choose Eugene

Walter Raymond Beatrice Dorothy Mildred

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarence or Eugene more popular?

Eugene is more popular, ranked #871 compared to Clarence at #1563 in the United States.

What do Clarence and Eugene mean?

Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin).

Are Clarence and Eugene boy or girl names?

Clarence is primarily a boy name. Eugene is primarily a boy name.

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