Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Clarence
Endangered
Down 98.4% from peak
Peak era
1921
Peak births
7,332
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19212025
Quick answers about Clarence
How many people are named Clarence?
An estimated 87,239 living Americans are named Clarence.
How rare is Clarence?
Clarence is uncommon among babies today, with 117 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 98.4% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Clarence?
The median age of a living American named Clarence is approximately 68 years, with most bearers falling between 52 and 78 years old.
Is Clarence still popular?
No. Clarence is endangered as a baby name, down 98.4% from its 1921 peak with 117 births in 2025.
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
98.4%
2025
117
All-time
303,564