Clint Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Clint originates from Old English, meaning 'slope or hill.' It evolved through Middle English into Modern English. The name carries traits of strength and ruggedness, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century, influenced by notable figures like Clint Eastwood.
The name Clint is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Clint has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Clint' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 847th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 936th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 480th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 268th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 366th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1169th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1579th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10888th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20144th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Clint' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Clint"
Pronunciation
/klɪnt/
Origin
English
Etymology
Clint is derived from the Old English word 'clint,' which means 'a slope or hill.' It can also be a diminutive form of the name Clinton, which originates from a place name.
Meaning
slope, hill
Language Evolution
Old English: Clint, Middle English: Clint, Modern English: Clint
Historical Usage
The name Clint gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, often associated with Clint Eastwood, a famous actor and director.
Variants & Derivatives
Clinton, Clinty
Modern Popularity & Image
Clint is perceived as a strong and rugged name, often associated with masculinity and a down-to-earth personality.
Famous People
Clint Eastwood, Clint Dempsey, Clint Black
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Clint"
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 "Clint"
"Clint" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 847th of 7545 | 1,025 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 936th of 6773 | 868 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 480th of 7552 | 4,647 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 268th of 10718 | 12,701 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 366th of 16616 | 9,595 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1169th of 24088 | 2,206 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1579th of 23106 | 1,290 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10888th of 19264 | 37 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20144th of 27321 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Clint" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
64.83% 918th/1416 |
- |
27.73% 656th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- |
34.38% 809th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
20.12% 448th/2227 |
27.20% 661st/2430 |
16.33% 466th/2853 |
14.49% 402nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
7.83% 230th/2937 |
11.71% 408th/3483 |
7.19% 253rd/3518 |
6.48% 262nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
7.65% 282nd/3685 |
13.25% 593rd/4475 |
6.16% 320th/5194 |
6.43% 406th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.33% 1115th/4582 |
34.20% 1766th/5164 |
15.74% 1151st/7313 |
19.21% 1434th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.05% 1516th/3984 |
51.59% 2315th/4487 |
23.25% 1586th/6822 |
29.32% 1840th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Clint" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Clint"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Clint" 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.