Clyde
kly-d
US Popularity:1419
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:From River Clyde; Cleansing
The masculine name Clyde has origins in Scotland and for good reason. The River Clyde flows through Glasgow and goes through the blood of all of those with Scottish heritage, too. But as well as tying in your highlander blood, this name also has Latin connections, meaning "cleansing" and can match baby's pure heart. With the name most notably connected to the duo Bonnie and Clyde, however, don’t be surprised if this little boy gets up to some mischief!
Famous People Named Clyde
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Clyde DrexlerBasketball Player
Clyde Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Clyde is currently #1131 on The Bump
Boy:Clyde is currently #312 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Clyde is currently #1419 in U.S. births
Boy:Clyde is currently #487 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1419
in 2022
+ 102
from 2021
Sources
WordSense, Clyde
Ancestry, Clyde Family History
SurnameDB, Last name: Clyde
Britannica, River Clyde, river, Scotland, United Kingdom, February 2024
Britannica, Bonnie and Clyde, American criminals, December 2023
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