NAME PROFILE
Clint
Clint is a short form of the name Clinton, meaning 'settlement near a cliff.' It conveys a sense of strength and resilience, often associated with down-to-earth individuals who are reliable and grounded.
Key Stats
| Total births | 32,785 |
| Gender | Male (84% / 16%) |
| Peak year | 1980 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | English, Scottish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 30%CA — 20%TN — 19%FL — 16%NC — 15%
Notable People
Clint Eastwood (Actor, Director, *Dirty Harry*) · Clint Black (Country Music Singer, *Killing Time*) · Clint Dempsey (Soccer Player, US Men's National Team) · Clint Capela (Basketball Player, NBA) · Clint Hurdle (Baseball Manager)
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