How popular is the name Cloyd in 2025?

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

When was the name Cloyd most popular?

Cloyd peaked in 1892, reaching #445 among US boy names.

Cloyd will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Cloyd entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #445 in 1892, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#445

peak (1892)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 700 people named Cloyd are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Cloyd alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Cloyd in 2025?: Cloyd is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Cloyd most popular?: Cloyd peaked in 1892, reaching #445 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Cloyd with classmates?: Cloyd will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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