Clyde
Clyde is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Derived from Clota, an ancient river goddess name likely meaning 'friendly' or 'the cleansing one'.
Origin and history
Clyde is derived from the name of the River Clyde in Scotland, which flows through Glasgow. Although predominantly used as a masculine name, it has a history of usage for females in the United States, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, female usage of Clyde is extremely rare in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
3,932 babies in the United States have been named Clyde since 1880. It ranks #2813 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- GA (32.2 %)
- NC (22.3 %)
- AL (13.2 %)
- TX (9.8 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 233 |
| 1890-1900 | 465 |
| 1900-1910 | 569 |
| 1910-1920 | 940 |
| 1920-1930 | 834 |
| 1930-1940 | 404 |
| 1940-1950 | 254 |
| 1950-1960 | 139 |
| 1960-1970 | 65 |
| 1970-1980 | 29 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Clyde
- Clyde Fitch: Playwright, Dramatist
Fun facts
- The name originates from the River Clyde, one of the most famous and historically significant rivers in Scotland.
- While mostly masculine, over 3,900 females in the United States have been officially named Clyde since 1880.