Clyde
Clyde is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Warm, friendly; or referring to the River Clyde in Scotland.
Origin and history
Clyde is a Scottish name derived from the River Clyde, which flows through Glasgow. It gained widespread popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, becoming a classic American name. While it declined mid-century, it has seen a gentle resurgence in contemporary times as retro names return to favor.
Popularity in the United States
144,994 babies in the United States have been named Clyde since 1880. It ranks #237 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #695.
States where it is most popular
- NC (7.1 %)
- TX (6.9 %)
- PA (5.8 %)
- OH (4.9 %)
- TN (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 3,034 |
| 1890-1900 | 3,625 |
| 1900-1910 | 4,524 |
| 1910-1920 | 19,864 |
| 1920-1930 | 28,957 |
| 1930-1940 | 22,452 |
| 1940-1950 | 20,710 |
| 1950-1960 | 17,906 |
| 1960-1970 | 9,071 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,381 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,812 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,686 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,304 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,493 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,175 |
Famous people named Clyde
- Clyde Barrow: Outlaw
- Clyde Drexler: Athlete, Basketball Player
- Clyde Tombaugh: Astronomer
Fun facts
- Clyde was a top 100 name for boys in the U.S. for several decades around the turn of the 20th century.
- The river from which the name derives is believed to come from the Celtic word 'Clota', a river goddess.