Clive vs Indy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,057
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Cli, Cly, Clie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Indy Rank #782

Indy is more popular, ranked #782 vs #2057 for Clive.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clive ___

  • Clive Edward
  • Clive Henry
  • Clive Thomas
  • Clive James
  • Clive William
  • Clive Owen

Indy ___

  • Indy Rose
  • Indy June
  • Indy Mae
  • Indy Faye
  • Indy Wren
  • Indy Scout

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clive

Nigel Rupert Phoebe Harriet Miles

If you choose Indy

Luna Willow Bodhi Sage River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Indy more popular?

Indy is more popular, ranked #782 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Indy mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Indy means "independent one" (American origin).

Are Clive and Indy boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Indy is primarily a girl name.

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