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Clyde

This name comes from the name of the River Clyde in Scotland, from Cumbric Clud, which is of uncertain origin.

Quick answer

Clyde is a boy name.

GenderBoy
Language familyEnglish

Meaning and history

This name comes from the name of the River Clyde in Scotland, from Cumbric Clud, which is of uncertain origin. It became a common given name in America in the middle of the 19th century, perhaps in honour of Colin Campbell (1792-1863) who was given the title Baron Clyde in 1858.

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Usage: english