Cleve Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationCLEEV / /kliv/English; Old English
Meaning
English: cliff; Old English: slope
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cleve is derived from the Old English word 'cleof', meaning cliff or slope. It has been used as a surname and a given name in English-speaking countries. The name may also be associated with geographical locations, particularly in England. Its usage as a first name has been relatively rare.
Trend Summary
The name Cleve has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Clev
- Cleve
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cleve was first seen in the United States in 1882. Cleve has ranked as high as #942 nationally, which occurred in 1951, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Texas, Mississippi, and California. In the past 5 years the name Cleve has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cleve (1977)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 13 |
| 1883 | 12 |
| 1884 | 65 |
| 1885 | 69 |
| 1886 | 36 |
| 1887 | 34 |
| 1888 | 44 |
| 1889 | 22 |
| 1890 | 18 |
| 1891 | 24 |
| 1892 | 35 |
| 1893 | 28 |
| 1894 | 26 |
| 1895 | 16 |
| 1896 | 17 |
| 1897 | 25 |
| 1898 | 16 |
| 1899 | 14 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 16 |
| 1903 | 15 |
| 1904 | 14 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 18 |
| 1907 | 24 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 21 |
| 1910 | 30 |
| 1911 | 23 |
| 1912 | 41 |
| 1913 | 30 |
| 1914 | 57 |
| 1915 | 62 |
| 1916 | 62 |
| 1917 | 61 |
| 1918 | 61 |
| 1919 | 57 |
| 1920 | 65 |
| 1921 | 61 |
| 1922 | 63 |
| 1923 | 52 |
| 1924 | 55 |
| 1925 | 50 |
| 1926 | 54 |
| 1927 | 52 |
| 1928 | 64 |
| 1929 | 52 |
| 1930 | 47 |
| 1931 | 44 |
| 1932 | 53 |
| 1933 | 57 |
| 1934 | 61 |
| 1935 | 50 |
| 1936 | 53 |
| 1937 | 38 |
| 1938 | 51 |
| 1939 | 43 |
| 1940 | 39 |
| 1941 | 38 |
| 1942 | 53 |
| 1943 | 56 |
| 1944 | 49 |
| 1945 | 45 |
| 1946 | 47 |
| 1947 | 80 |
| 1948 | 78 |
| 1949 | 68 |
| 1950 | 64 |
| 1951 | 83 |
| 1952 | 73 |
| 1953 | 69 |
| 1954 | 80 |
| 1955 | 67 |
| 1956 | 63 |
| 1957 | 55 |
| 1958 | 61 |
| 1959 | 67 |
| 1960 | 47 |
| 1961 | 54 |
| 1962 | 49 |
| 1963 | 45 |
| 1964 | 36 |
| 1965 | 34 |
| 1966 | 40 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 36 |
| 1970 | 34 |
| 1971 | 33 |
| 1972 | 42 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |