Girl
Old English
2 syllables
Clover
KLOH-ver
/ˈkloʊvər/
"The lucky clover" — a name of wild meadow charm, fresh optimism, and carefree natural beauty
Clover is a fresh botanical name taken from the humble meadow plant beloved for its three — and occasionally four — leafed good luck. The name has a wild, sun-drenched quality, evoking meadows, bees, and the carefree abundance of summer fields. It is part of a flourishing trend of nature names that feel both genuinely natural and genuinely wearable. Clover is still ascending in popularity, making it a delightfully fresh choice for parents who want something rooted in nature, optimistic in spirit, and utterly charming.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesClo · ver
GenderGirl
OriginOld English
Root WordClafre
MeaningClover plant, luck
PopularityUncommon
Peak Year2023
Trend
↑ Rising
Nicknames
CloClovVee
About the Name Clover
Clover takes its meaning from the meadow plant of the same name, known for its association with luck (particularly the rare four-leaf variety) and abundance. The Old English word clafre likely comes from an older Germanic root. As a name, Clover carries the symbolism of good fortune, natural beauty, and the simple, wholesome joy of wildflower meadows.
Clover is still in the Uncommon tier but is one of the fastest-rising nature names in the English-speaking world. It has been climbing steadily in the US, UK, and Australia since around 2015, driven by the broader botanical and nature-name trend. Parents who love names like Ivy, Fern, and Violet are discovering Clover as a similarly charming but even more distinctive option.
Clover is associated with optimism, warmth, and a free-spirited, nature-loving soul. People named Clover tend to be seen as cheerful, creative, and naturally lucky — someone who brings good energy wherever she goes. The name suggests an earthy, genuine personality: someone who finds joy in simple things and has an infectious, carefree spirit.
Yes, Clover is a botanical nature name, belonging to the same family as Ivy, Violet, Rose, Fern, Iris, and Willow. It is part of a long tradition of naming girls after plants and flowers, though Clover is a more unconventional and whimsical choice than most floral names. The clover plant's association with luck gives the name an extra layer of positive symbolism.
Clover pairs beautifully with sweet, short middle names. Perfect options include Clover Rose, Clover Mae, Clover Grace, Clover Faye, and Clover Pearl. Other botanical middles like Clover Ivy or Clover Wren create a lovely nature-themed combination. The name's two-syllable structure works well before almost any single-syllable classic.
Clover is primarily used as a girls' name, though like many nature names it is technically gender-neutral. The vast majority of Clovers are girls, and the name's sound and cultural associations lean feminine. The Animal Farm character Clover is a female horse, and most fictional and real Clovers have been female. It is safe to call Clover a girls' name with occasional unisex use.
Personality of Clover
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Clover
Creativity
86%
Elegance
70%
Independence
80%
Intelligence
72%
Strength
68%
Warmth
90%
Famous People Named Clover
C
Clover (Totally Spies)
Popular character from the French animated series Totally Spies
C
Clover Adams
19th-century American photographer and socialite, wife of historian Henry Adams
C
Clover Moore
Long-serving Mayor of Sydney, Australia
C
Clover (character)
Character in George Orwell's Animal Farm, representing the working class
Middle Names for Clover
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Clover
Clover Rose
Clover Mae
Clover Grace
Clover Faye
Clover Pearl
Clover Wren
Clover Ivy
Clover June
Clover Bea
Clover Dawn
Clover Skye
Clover Violet
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Sibling Name Ideas
History of Clover
800
Old English clafre used for the plant, deeply embedded in folk medicine and good-luck traditions
1870
Clover Adams, wife of Henry Adams, becomes a notable early bearer of the name
2001
Totally Spies animated series features Clover as a main character
2018
Clover begins appearing more frequently in US birth records, part of the botanical name revival
Numerology & Symbolism of Clover
3
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
2
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Taurus
4
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Meadow Green
💎
Lucky Stone
Green Tourmaline
🌸
Lucky Flower
White Clover
Clover Around the World
How Clover is written in different languages and scripts
كلوفر
Arabic
クローバー
Japanese
Кловер
Russian
클로버
Korean
克洛弗
Chinese
Κλόβερ
Greek
क्लोवर
Hindi
קלובר
Hebrew
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