How popular is the name Cleve in 2025?

Cleve is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Cleve most popular?

Cleve peaked in 1885, reaching #190 among US boy names.

Cleve will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Cleve entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #190 in 1885, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

—

rank today

#190

peak (1885)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,800 people named Cleve are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Cleve alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Cleve in 2025?: Cleve is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Cleve most popular?: Cleve peaked in 1885, reaching #190 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Cleve with classmates?: Cleve will almost certainly be the only one in school.

Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.