Cleland
boy nameCleland entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1905 in 1918, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
—
rank today
#1905
peak (1918)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2300 |
| 1920s | #3027 |
| 1930s | #3145 |
| 1940s | #3179 |
| 1950s | #3338 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cleland are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cleland alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cleland in 2025?
- Cleland is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cleland most popular?
- Cleland peaked in 1918, reaching #1905 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cleland with classmates?
- Cleland will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Cleland and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle