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Clever
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Pronounced KLEV-ur /ΛklΙv.Ιr/High
Meaning: A modern word name from clever ('quick-witted; skillful; ingenious'). As a given name it reads bold and playful; a rare word/virtue name.Low
In 30 seconds: A bold word-name: Clever means 'quick-witted; skillful' (said 'KLEV-ur'). Playful and modern.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningA modern word name from clever ('quick-witted; skillful; ingenious'). As a given name it reads bold and playful; a rare word/virtue name.
U.S. rank (2025)#9592 β Rising
2025 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)β 17
History & Origin
Clever is an English word-name from clever ('quick-witted; skillful'). As a given name it reads bold and playful - very rare in the U.S. (said 'KLEV-ur').
It appears only very rarely as a first name. Rare, bold, and playful.
Did you know? Clever is a modern word-name meaning 'quick-witted; skillful; ingenious' - a bold, playful pick in the word-name trend (said 'KLEV-ur').
Overall data confidence 36%
References - Clever β English word-name; 'quick-witted; skillful'
Variations
ClevverKleverCleva
Nicknames
ClevEvie
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What does the name Clever mean?
Clever is an English word-name meaning 'quick-witted; skillful; ingenious.'
How do you pronounce Clever?
It's said KLEV-ur /ΛklΙv.Ιr/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Clever a boy or girl name?
Clever is used here as a girl's name.
How popular is Clever?
Clever is a very rare name in the U.S.