Clovis

Clovis meaning and name origin

Clovis \c-lo-vis\ as a boy's name is pronounced KLOH-viss. It is of Old German origin, and the meaning of Clovis is "renowned fighter". Variant of Louis and Ludwig. King Clovis I was the first Christian king of the Franks, and later kings' use of the name Louis probably can be traced back to the dynasty he founded in the fifth century.

Clovis has 4 variant forms: Clodoveo, Clovisito, Clovio and Clovito.

For more information, see also the related name Aloysius.

Baby names that sound like Clovis are Cleofas, Kelvis and Kellvis.

View a list of the 3 names that reference Clovis.

Popularity of Clovis

Clovis is not a popular first name for men but a very popular surname or last name for all people (#34048 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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