Clive Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKLYV / /klaɪv/Old English; Welsh
Meaning
Old English: cliff; Welsh: hilly place
Historical & Cultural Background
Clive is derived from the Old English word 'clif', meaning cliff or slope. It has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England, partly due to the influence of notable figures such as Clive of India. It is also associated with various places in the UK, further embedding it in British cultural history.
Trend Summary
Clive has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Clyve
International Variants
- Clive (English)
Famous people named Clive
Clive Owen is an English actor recognized for his performances in films such as 'Closer' and 'Children of Men'.
Clive Barker is a British author, film director, and visual artist known for his horror fiction and the 'Hellraiser' series.
Clive James was an Australian writer, poet, and television presenter known for his wit and cultural commentary.
Fictional characters named Clive
Clive (The Clive Barker's Books of Blood) is a character in the horror anthology series created by Clive Barker.
Clive (The Clive Owen Show) is a fictionalized version of the actor in a satirical television series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Clive was first seen in the United States in 1885. Clive has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Washington, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Clive has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Clive (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 34 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 28 |
| 1918 | 31 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 26 |
| 1921 | 26 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 30 |
| 1924 | 31 |
| 1925 | 27 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 23 |
| 1928 | 27 |
| 1929 | 27 |
| 1930 | 50 |
| 1931 | 51 |
| 1932 | 39 |
| 1933 | 40 |
| 1934 | 36 |
| 1935 | 41 |
| 1936 | 28 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 27 |
| 1939 | 25 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 41 |
| 1943 | 25 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 23 |
| 1946 | 29 |
| 1947 | 38 |
| 1948 | 24 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 30 |
| 1952 | 27 |
| 1953 | 22 |
| 1954 | 23 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 19 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 56 |
| 2010 | 57 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2012 | 67 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2015 | 82 |
| 2016 | 85 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2019 | 64 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2021 | 69 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 73 |