Clyde
Meaning
The name of a Scottish river; means "the keeper of the keys".
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/klaɪd/
Traits associated with the name Clyde:
Dogs named Clyde tend to be loving, good-natured, strong-willed, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Clyde?
Naming your dog Clyde suggests that you have a fondness for classic names and may have a nostalgic streak. It could also suggest that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name.
Is Clyde a good dog name?
Clyde 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. Clyde 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
Clyde is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Clyde was, in the past month, the 1793rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Clyde 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, Clyde was viewed 76 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Clyde's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Clyde is most adored in Rhode Island, Idaho and Ohio.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Maryland, North Carolina and Alabama.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Clyde.
Most popular breeds named Clyde:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Rottweiler
- Boxer
Clyde is found in these categories:
cute
Evokes images of playful, lovable outlaws from classic Bonnie and Clyde.
scottish
A major river in Scotland shares this name.
hunting
Clyde is often associated with strength and endurance, traits desirable in hunting dogs.
clumsy
Clyde sounds like a lovable goof, tripping over his own paws!
old-fashioned
Popular during the 1930s, it echoes the infamous outlaw, Clyde Barrow.
Dog names like Clyde:
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