Clearence

Boy name

Clearence has been given to 1,427 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It peaked in 1927.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,427

Peak year

1927 (58 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1897

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

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

Clarenceboy

305,423 babies since 1880

Clearanceboy

652 babies since 1903

Clearnceboy

482 babies since 1915

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FAQ

How popular is the name Clearence?

Clearence has been given to 1,427 babies in the U.S. since 1897. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Clearence peak?

Clearence peaked in 1927, when 58 babies were given the name.

Is Clearence a girl or boy name?

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

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