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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The clover plant (Old English clafre), popularly linked to luck
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- KLOH-ver
Clover takes its name directly from the clover plant, tracing back to the Old English word clafre and popularly linked to luck. It's an English-origin, gender-neutral name, pronounced KLOH-ver, with a free-spirited, boho style. The meaning is right there in the word — no digging required.
Meaning & Origin of Clover
Meaning: The clover plant (Old English clafre), popularly linked to luck.
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Clover
KLOH-verIPA /ˈkloʊvər/
Popularity of Clover
Clover ranked #618 on the SSA's 2024 list, given to 482 babies — and per SSA records going back to 1897, that's also its highest rank on the books.
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FAQ
What does the name Clover mean?
The clover plant (Old English clafre), popularly linked to luck. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Clover?
Clover is pronounced KLOH-ver (IPA: /ˈkloʊvər/).
Is Clover a popular name right now?
Clover is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #618 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1897–2024.)
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