Clydie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Clydie originates from the English name Clyde, referring to the River Clyde in Scotland, and has Celtic roots. It evolved from Clyde through various historical forms into its current usage. The meaning of the name relates to a dweller by the river. It does not have a biblical background. Clydie became popular as a diminutive form in the 20th century, and today it is seen as a unique and friendly name. Notable people with this name include Clydie King and Clydie McCoy.
The name Clydie is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Clydie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Clydie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5874th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1660th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2221st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4585th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Clydie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Clydie"
Pronunciation
/ˈklaɪdi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Clydie is likely derived from the name Clyde, which is of Scottish origin and refers to the River Clyde in Scotland. The name Clyde itself is believed to have Celtic roots.
Meaning
dweller by the river Clyde
Language Evolution
Clyde, Clydus, Clydie
Historical Usage
The name Clydie gained popularity as a diminutive form in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Clyde, Clydie, Cly
Modern Popularity & Image
Clydie is perceived as a unique and charming name, often associated with friendliness and warmth.
Famous People
Clydie King, Clydie McCoy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Clydie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Clydie"
"Clydie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5874th of 6773 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1660th of 9107 | 425 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2221st of 9204 | 269 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4585th of 12526 | 140 |
Regional Popularity of "Clydie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Clydie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
54.10% 1280th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
71.44% 1681st/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Clydie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Clydie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.