Clancy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKLAN-see / /ˈklæn.si/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the servant of the church'; Gaelic: 'valiant'
Historical & Cultural Background
Clancy is an Irish surname that has been used as a given name. It is derived from the Gaelic name 'Ó Cluainse', meaning 'descendant of Cluainse'. The name has historical roots in Ireland, particularly associated with families from County Clare. In modern times, Clancy has gained popularity as a first name, especially in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Clancy has seen a modest rise in popularity as a boy's name in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Clancey
- Clance
International Variants
- Clancy (Irish)
Famous people named Clancy
Clancy Brown is an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Shawshank Redemption' and 'Highlander'.
Clancy Sigal was an American novelist and screenwriter, recognized for his contributions to literature and film.
Fictional characters named Clancy
Clancy Wiggum is the police chief in the animated television series 'The Simpsons'.
Clancy is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', serving as a member of the WLF.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Clancy was first seen in the United States in 1914. Clancy has ranked as high as #1323 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Clancy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Clancy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 31 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 37 |