How Many People Are Named Clive?
Complete statistics for the name Clive: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Clive, a very rare male name, has only 2,148 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 153,605 Americans. That's pretty unique! Interestingly, most Clives are over 60, giving the name an older-generation feel despite its rising popularity.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 52All 3,279 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2016Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Clive Through the Generations
Clive's journey through the generations shows a steady presence but with a notable spike in 2016 when 85 babies were given this name. Today, the average Clive is 52 years old, with a significant portion, 46%, over 60, indicating a name that's both timeless and increasingly favored by younger parents. The age distribution reveals 1,336 under-30, 448 aged 30-60, and 1,495 over 60, painting a picture of a name that bridges different eras while maintaining its charm.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Clive's English roots
📄 About the Name Clive
How Many People Have the Name Clive?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 335 people in the United States currently share the name Clive. That works out to roughly 1 in every 989,401 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Clive a Common or Rare Name?
Clive is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Clive in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Clive Most Popular?
The name Clive reached peak popularity in 2016, with 85 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Clive?
Approximately 335 people named Clive live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 335. That works out to roughly 1 in 989,401 Americans.
Is Clive a rare name?
Clive is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 989,401 Americans has this name.
What does the name Clive mean?
The meaning and origin of Clive are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Clive more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Clive are male and 0% are female.
When was Clive most popular?
Clive peaked in 2016 with 85 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.