Cline Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKLYN / /klaɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: descendant of the warrior; English: from the river
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cline has Irish roots, often associated with the Gaelic surname 'O'Cluin', meaning 'descendant of Cluin'. In English contexts, it can refer to geographical features, particularly rivers. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting both heritage and nature. It remains relatively uncommon but has seen some usage in modern times.
Trend Summary
Cline has remained relatively rare in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kline
International Variants
—
Famous people named Cline
—
Fictional characters named Cline
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cline was first seen in the United States in 1894. Cline has ranked as high as #828 nationally, which occurred in 1932, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Texas, and West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Cline has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cline (1932)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 22 |
| 1917 | 25 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 22 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 23 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 29 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 26 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |