Clive

Clive is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Clive isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Clive is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Clive was, in the past month, the 1691st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Clive is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Clive was viewed 62 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Clive's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Clive is most adored in Arkansas, Connecticut and New York.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Florida, Virginia and California.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Clive.

Most popular breeds named Clive:

1. Cocker Spaniel
2. Skye Terrier
3. Shih Tzu

• A dog named Clive appeared in the comic book My Own Genie by Jamie Smart.

Clive is found in these categories:

funny

Humor arises from its unexpectedness as a traditional human moniker.

exotic

Uncommon, hailing from Old English roots, and reminiscent of British aristocracy.

posh

Hailing from ancient nobility, this moniker screams afternoon tea and crumpets!