Clifford
Meaning
From the ford by the cliff
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈklɪfərd/
Traits associated with the name Clifford:
Clifford has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.
Dogs named Clifford tend to be loving, loyal, good-natured, and brave. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Clifford?
Naming your dog Clifford suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy classic stories. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the classic children's book series about Clifford the Big Red Dog.
Is Clifford a good dog name?
Clifford has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Clifford isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Clifford is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Clifford was, in the past month, the 1732nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Clifford is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Clifford was viewed 74 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Clifford's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Clifford is most adored in New Hampshire, Maine and Mississippi.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nevada, Colorado and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Clifford.
Most popular breeds named Clifford:
- Chihuahua
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Chow Chow
- Poodle
Famous dogs named Clifford:
A vizsla named Clifford was a character in the book Clifford the Big Red Dog by Norman Bridwell.
A labrador retriever named Clifford featured in the television show Clifford the Big Red Dog.
Clifford is found in these categories:
funny
Red, oversized canine from children's literature sparks humor and nostalgia.
british
Associated with a prominent noble family and a popular children's book.
big
Clifford evokes images of a towering, red, friendly canine.
old-fashioned
Popularized in mid-20th century literature, its usage has since declined.
famous
Star of a beloved children's book series, he's a big red canine.
cute
Red, oversized, lovable canine from children's literature sets this standard.
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