Clifton name meaning

✍ Updated on: March 13th, 2023

Gender: Boy

Origin: Old English

Usage: English, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Clifton

c-lif-ton

Meaning: Settlement by the Cliff

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What does Clifton mean?
Variations of Clifton
Nicknames for Clifton
Middle Names for Clifton
How popular is Clifton?
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Similar Names to Clifton
Sibling Names for Clifton
Famous People Named Clifton
Lists having Clifton

What does Clifton mean?

Used dominantly in Norwegian, Finnish, English, Danish and Swedish persistent and widely accepted, Clifton is used as a gender-neutral name is came from Old English, Clifton means "Town By a Cliff". Clifton is formed by Old English clif = 'cliff', 'slope', 'riverbank' and TUN.

Clifton is formed by Old English clif = 'cliff', 'slope', 'riverbank' and TUN.

How do I pronounce Clifton?

The two syllabled name Clifton is pronounced, c-lif-ton. cl(i)-fton is another way(s) to say the name.

Variants of Clifton

Cliff, Clive, Radcliff, Clifford, Alton

Nicknames for Clifton

Popular nickname for the child named Clifton include:

Cliff

Names that rhyme with Clifton

How popular is the name Clifton?

Clifton was a popular name in United States. Over 70009 babies have been given the moniker in 196 years. At its zenith in 1915, 1215 boys were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 144th position.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 196 years. In addition to that, the moniker has been in the top 500 baby names an astounding 112 times Clifton is an uncommon baby name in France and may not be used now since it isn't seen since 2004.

Clifton is a rare baby name in England and Wales, chances of it being still in use are very slim. Clifton is a common name in Jamaica, Malawi, South Africa and England while somewhat familiar name in Canada, Kenya, Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, Philippines, Suriname, Solomon Islands, Zimbabwe, India, Haiti, Barbados, Belize, Fiji, Malta, Bahamas, New Zealand and Australia.

According to our estimate, over 70000 babies have been named Clifton globally.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2018	1601	102
2017	1499	110
2016	1712	90
2015	1497	110
2014	1407	119

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Clifton in Nordic countries

Countries	Men
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name
	99	127
	13	31
	13	31
	6	0

What numerology tells about Clifton?

You are known by your elegant style because you spend a lot of time on buying clothes and keep up with fashion. When it comes to your job, you are always the one with a new idea to present. You are always open to hearing new opinions and perspectives. You are sensitive, humane and compassionate by nature. If letter C is your cornerstone, you have a highly developed intuition. Handling the problems and life situations of others keeps you distracted from your own.

Other names similar to Clifton

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Tawana - Of Germanic origin, Prominent Tawana is a unisex name, Tawana means "The Word Wend Which is of the Meaning Wends Vandals, Vandals and To Govern" is used in English and Hindi. Tawana is derivation of Wanda.
Jensen - Chiefly used in Scandinavian and English loved, Jensen aimed at both sexes, meaning of Jensen is "Son of Jens" is originated from Old Norse, Hebrew and Scandinavian
Bryanna means Hill is rooted from English and Celtic bestowed upon baby girls is used notably in English
Kisha - Originated from Russian, Famed Kisha is used in Tamil and English, Kisha means "Favorite, Great Joy or Rainfall" is used as a gender insensitive name

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Middle names for Clifton

Just in case, you don't know what to pair with Clifton, we've got you covered with these famous and charming middle names.

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Sibling Names for Clifton

When it comes to naming a newborn, parents may find themselves searching for unique and meaningful names that have a special significance. One classic name that has stood the test of time is Clifton. Here are some sibling names that perfectly complement the name Clifton and make for an adorable sibling duo.

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