Clovis Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationCLOH-vis / /ˈkloʊ.vɪs/Latin; Germanic
Meaning
Latin: 'famous warrior'; Germanic: 'glory'
Historical & Cultural Background
Clovis is derived from the Latin name 'Chlodovechus', which was borne by the first king of the Franks. He is known for uniting the Frankish tribes under one ruler and converting to Christianity, which significantly influenced the future of France. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and remains popular in some regions today.
Trend Summary
Clovis has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable increase in use in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Clovis
- Clovys
International Variants
- Clovis (French)
- Clóvis (Portuguese)
Famous people named Clovis
Clovis I was the first King of the Franks to unite all Frankish tribes under one ruler.
Clovis II was a Merovingian king of the Franks who ruled in the 7th century.
Clovis Cornillac is a French actor known for his roles in various films.
Clovis Trouille was a French painter associated with surrealism.
Fictional characters named Clovis
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Clovis was first seen in the United States in 1880. Clovis has ranked as high as #768 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Mississippi, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Clovis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Clovis (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1903 | 12 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 36 |
| 1913 | 40 |
| 1914 | 64 |
| 1915 | 65 |
| 1916 | 63 |
| 1917 | 84 |
| 1918 | 68 |
| 1919 | 65 |
| 1920 | 78 |
| 1921 | 62 |
| 1922 | 68 |
| 1923 | 70 |
| 1924 | 72 |
| 1925 | 62 |
| 1926 | 63 |
| 1927 | 55 |
| 1928 | 58 |
| 1929 | 65 |
| 1930 | 66 |
| 1931 | 47 |
| 1932 | 40 |
| 1933 | 58 |
| 1934 | 62 |
| 1935 | 63 |
| 1936 | 37 |
| 1937 | 53 |
| 1938 | 34 |
| 1939 | 32 |
| 1940 | 42 |
| 1941 | 42 |
| 1942 | 43 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 30 |
| 1945 | 32 |
| 1946 | 43 |
| 1947 | 36 |
| 1948 | 39 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 27 |
| 1951 | 38 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 28 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 38 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 20 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 11 |