Clovis vs Elwood

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elwood

Boy #2,135 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"woodland near the elder trees"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,135
Total SSA Count
69
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
El, Woody, Wood

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clovis Rank #7,510
Elwood Rank #2,135

Elwood is more popular, ranked #2135 vs #7510 for Clovis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clovis ___

No pairings available yet.

Elwood ___

  • Elwood James
  • Elwood Henry
  • Elwood Thomas
  • Elwood Ray
  • Elwood Dale
  • Elwood Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Clovis

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If you choose Elwood

Harwood Clifton Mildred Hazel Walter

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clovis or Elwood more popular?

Elwood is more popular, ranked #2135 compared to Clovis at #7510 in the United States.

What do Clovis and Elwood mean?

Elwood means "woodland near the elder trees" (Old English origin).

Are Clovis and Elwood boy or girl names?

Clovis is primarily a boy name. Elwood is primarily a boy name.

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