How to say it
CLO · ver
ˈkloʊ.vər
Feminine
Clover
Clover plant; luck
What it means
An English nature name for the clover flower, tied to luck through the four-leaf clover.
Clover is a sweet nature name straight from the meadow flower, from the Old English clafre. The four-leaf clover ties it to luck and good fortune, giving it a cheerful, whimsical feel. It belongs with the botanical set like Ivy and Willow. Fresh and playful. Said KLOH-vur.
How to spell Clover
The standard spelling is Clover. Common variants include Clova, Klover, but Clover is the most widely used form.
Popularity over time
peaked at #517 in 2025, currently #517 in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names given to at least 5 babies in a year, 1880–2025. Reviewed July 2026. See where the names are moving
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- Spelling
A nature name tied to luck via the four-leaf clover.
Spelling variants
- Clova
- Klover
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Common questions
- What does the name Clover mean?
- An English nature name for the clover flower, tied to luck through the four-leaf clover.
- What does Clover mean in English?
- In English, Clover means "Clover plant; luck." Clover is a sweet nature name straight from the meadow flower, from the Old English clafre. The four-leaf clover ties it to luck and good fortune, giving it a cheerful, whimsical feel. It belongs with the botanical set like Ivy and Willow. Fresh and playful. Said KLOH-vur.
- How do you pronounce Clover?
- Clover is pronounced ˈkloʊ.vər. Say it as CLO-ver, with the stress on the "clo" syllable.
- How do you spell Clover?
- The standard spelling is Clover. Common spelling variants include Clova, Klover.
- Is Clover a boy or girl name?
- Clover is traditionally a feminine name.
- How popular is the name Clover?
- Clover ranked #517 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.