Clove

“Clove is a name inspired by the spice, which is often associated with warmth, flavor, and vitality” — Associated with warmth

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8581US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

11All-time births

📅 Since 201900

How to pronounce Clove

KLOHV

/ˈkloʊv/ · stress on KLOHV · 1 syllable

“Clove is a name inspired by the spice, which is often associated with warmth, flavor, and vitality”

Associated with warmth · English origin

What does Clove mean and where does it come from?

Clove is a name inspired by the spice, which is often associated with warmth, flavor, and vitality. The name is increasingly popular as a unique choice in English-speaking countries. It embodies qualities of nature and nourishment, making it a sweet and earthy name.

Cultural significance

Clove has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #15396 in 2019 — currently #8581 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Clove?

Clove works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Clove Grace

How popular is Clove right now?

Rising fast — up 602 spots — currently #8581 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#8581 · Top 6.3%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8581	12	▲ up 602 · +9% births
2022	#9183	11	▲ up 531 · +10% births
2021	#9714	10	▲ up 7340 · +100% births
2020	#17054	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Clove

Best Year2023Rank #8581

Peak Count12

Average Rank#11133

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Clove

Clove is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2019. With 11 total births recorded, Clove remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17054 in 2020 to #8581 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Clove in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

💎Clove has only 11 total recorded births since 2019 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Clove?

Common

CloClovClovieClovy

What names sound and feel like Clove?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Clove also consider these

English · Diminutive or variant

Love

American · affection, warmth, and

Cove

American · A small sheltered

Common questions about the name Clove

What does the name Clove mean?

Clove means "English" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Clove?

Clove is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Clove have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Clove?

Clove originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Clove?

Clove is a one-syllable name pronounced K L OW1 V. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Clove sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Clove flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Clove ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.