Clearance

Boy name

Clearance has been given to 652 babies in the U.S. since 1903. It peaked in 1925.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

652

Peak year

1925 (28 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1903

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Clearance — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Claranceboy

4,078 babies since 1880

Clearenceboy

1,427 babies since 1897

Clearnceboy

482 babies since 1915

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FAQ

How popular is the name Clearance?

Clearance has been given to 652 babies in the U.S. since 1903. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Clearance peak?

Clearance peaked in 1925, when 28 babies were given the name.

Is Clearance a girl or boy name?

Clearance is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Clearance are boys).

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