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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Famous in battle
- Origin
- Frankish/Germanic (via French)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- KLOH-vis
Clovis (KLOH-vis) is a name of Frankish and Germanic origin that came into English by way of French, and it means "famous in battle." It has a strong, old-world sound with two clear syllables, and it's rare enough in the U.S. today that a child named Clovis would likely be the only one in the room.
Meaning & Origin of Clovis
Meaning: Famous in battle.
Origin: Frankish/Germanic (via French).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Clovis
KLOH-visIPA /kloʊvɪs/
Popularity of Clovis
Clovis peaked in the U.S. at #634 in 1914, with 64 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #7311, with just 11 babies.
Names Like Clovis
These names have followed a similar path to Clovis in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Clovis mean?
Famous in battle. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Clovis?
Clovis is pronounced KLOH-vis (IPA: /kloʊvɪs/).
Is Clovis a popular name right now?
Clovis peaked at #634 in 1914 and is ranked #7311 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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