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Clancy

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Pronounced KLAN-see /ˈklæn.si/High

Meaning: From the Irish surname Mac Fhlannchaidh, 'son of the red/ruddy warrior'; used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the surnameLow

In 30 seconds: A red/ruddy warrior: Clancy is an Irish surname. Crisp, spirited, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowIrish
MeaningFrom the Irish surname Mac Fhlannchaidh, 'son of the red/ruddy warrior'; used for both sexes; here for girls; we note the surname
U.S. rank (2024)#8027 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1993
Total births (all-time)≈ 573

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199319212024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Clancy comes from the Irish surname Mac Fhlannchaidh, 'son of the red/ruddy warrior' (we note the surname). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'KLAN-see').

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare, a-red-warrior at the root, and spirited.

Did you know? Clancy means 'son of the red/ruddy warrior' (Mac Fhlannchaidh) — a crisp, spirited Irish surname-name, used for both sexes (here for girls; we note the surname; said 'KLAN-see').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Clancy — unisex; surname-name

Variations

ClanceyClancie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Clancy mean?

Clancy is an Irish surname, 'son of the red/ruddy warrior'; used for both sexes; here for a girl. We note the surname.

How do you pronounce Clancy?

It's said KLAN-see /ˈklæn.si/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Clancy a boy or girl name?

Clancy is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Clancy?

Clancy is a very rare name in the U.S.

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