Clyde

Boy's name

Clyde is a Scottish name derived from the River Clyde in Scotland. It means "warm" or "friendly."

Meaning A Scottish river
Origin Scottish
U.S. births in 2023 359
Peak year 1920

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With C

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Clyde Drexler - NBA basketball player, Hall of Famer.
  • Clyde Barrow - Outlaw, part of Bonnie and Clyde duo.
  • Clyde McPhatter - R&B singer, founder of The Drifters.
  • Clyde Tombaugh - Astronomer, discovered Pluto.
  • Clyde Lovellette - NBA basketball player, Hall of Famer.

Brothers for Clyde

Boy names closely related to Clyde

Roland Conrad Atticus Zeke Samson Clark Levi Cash

Sisters for Clyde

Girl names closely related to Clyde

Hazel Adaline Evelyn June Everly Adeline Elaine Emery

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