Cliff - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Cliff \c-li-ff\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "cliff-side slope". Diminutive of Clifford and Clifton. Sometimes linked with Clive. Made popular in the 1950s by pop singer Cliff Richard. Actor Cliff Robertson.

Cliff has 3 variant forms: Cliffe, Clyff and Clyffe.

Baby names that sound like Cliff are Cleve and Clyve.

Cliff is a common male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Cliff. Click here to compare Cliff with related baby names.