Quick-witted, skillful, or talented
Derived from the Middle English word 'cliver', originally meaning expert or adroit with one's hands. As a given name, it functions as a rare virtue name emphasizing intelligence and mental agility. It is more commonly found as a surname in Germanic regions before its occasional use as a first name.
About 10 girls were named Clever in 2025.
Brazilian professional footballer
Rwandan diplomat and Minister of Infrastructure
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
