Is Clover a Good Girls Name?

Remember she won't be a baby forever. Names are forever.

Sounds more like a stripper name than someone that would be taken seriously. JMHO.

Clover makes me think of the book Animal Farm. Clover is a character in said book. She is rather weak-willed and kind of dumb so I wouldn't pick that name just because I have negative connotations with it, but other people won't think of Animal Farm at all. She might get Irish jokes frequently. If you like the name, go for it. I personally wouldn't pick it.

When my son was in grade school, there was a little girl in his class named Clover, and I remember the little girl's mother wore a gold lucky 4-leaf clover charm on her necklace! :)

It makes me think of horses. So my vote would be no.

I strongly believe that you should name your child a name that you love.
That said, I do not like Clover. As a school teacher, I'm thinking the kid would constantly be hearing about her name in a negative way.
If you really love it, go for it! A lot of kids have unique names these days, including my own. I also tend to think of if it is a good kid and adult name. I can see if for a cute, freckled little girl, but CLover in a board room I'm not picturing so much.
This is just my opinion. Good luck with your new baby!

I'm sorry -I think it sounds like a pet. Great name for a pet rabbit or dog or even a cat or horse, but after about age 5, I don't see it working well for a person. Always think of your child's future as an adult and how well the name you're selecting is going to play for an adult.

Personally I think it's a name that might not work as well when she's older. Clover (or Apple or Starbud) is cute when they're 3 but when they're 30 and looking to advance their career? It could be tough to be a lawyer named Clover.

Try going to behindthename.com for interesting names or nicknames that might catch your interest. What about Heather?

You could also give her a more traditional name and nickname her Clover. That would give her a choice later.

I wouldnt.. but its not my baby. If you love it.. then go for it. Congrats

Ok, so I am on the "no" side, but only because its sound makes me think of "mr. lova, lova (lover lover)" shaggy's song?...I hate to say it, though, I am sorry :-(
If you like "green" names you could consider violet, maybe, or jasmine, daisy, rose???
Reality is that it doesn't really matter what we all think, it is your baby, her name and the "meaning" you want that name to hold for her AND she will give that name her personality, in the end, not the other way around. Whatever you choose, congratulations!!!

I like it - but people make a good point about when she'll be old enough to enter the professional world...what if you named her something else for her first name, middle name Clover, and call her Clover? Then later in life she can refer to her first name if needed. And Clover can be her nickname.

If your a horse. Not so much for a little girl. It will be cute when she is smiling at you from a sandbox. But when she is running a meeting in a boardroom or trying to maintain control in the workplace it sounds too much like a previous poster said and thats a stripper name. People can say all they want about naming your kids whatever you want but there is stigma attached to outlandish names.

When choosing a name, I always wonder how it would read on a resume as an adult. Clover sounds like a nickname and I am not sure that a Clover would be the CEO of a company or the president of the United States.

First impression is it gives me an image of smoking... clover cigarettes, hippies, pot. I think a better alternative is to use it as a nickname. That way your daughter can have a professional name and image for whatever career she chooses.

I don't know anyone by the name Clover. When I hear Clover I think of that song Crimson and Clover by Joan Jett. If you love the name then you should go for it. I had a friend tell me that they were naming their daughter Charlotte and I was thinking OMG...what a weird name. But then they said they would call her "Charlie" for nick name. After a while - Charlotte grew on me and I absolutely love Charlie for a girls name. I think though your daughters name will grow on people and well it doesn't really matter anyway.

I like it and if you like it, who cares what anyone else thinks. Who wants there kid to have the same name as another 3-4 kids in their class. It even sounds cool for when she is older. Make sure it sounds good with your last name though. :-)

Absolutely a wonderful name. Would do it in a heartbeat.

I really like it! I have a daughter named Sylvie and everyone calls her Sophie... so she'll probably get mixed up alot with Chloe... because everyone remembers the popular names first ... but I really love it... brings up good images for me.

I like it. There was a big tradition of flower names in the Victorian era and I think they are pretty. I am not so fond of the modern trend of giving girls first names that sound like last names. I think an uncommon flower or plant name is a good choice to get away from some other very popular names. I have a friend who named her daughter Juniper and calls her June. Both my 90 year old grandmother and my sister's baby niece are named Violet.

I happen to know a super lovely woman named Clover and frankly, I wish I'd thought of it for a name.
She is highly intelligent, not a hippie at all, and it really fits her.

I for one, think it's a beautiful name. I work in a hospital processing the birth certificates and all the names are the same. I would be tickled to see a Clover come along.

Best wishes to you!

It's a cue name, but I wouldn't choose it.
Parker?
Peyton?

no offense but I think its a great name for a rabbit. My crazy sil had her cat named clover, I always wondered, just seems like a bunny name to me!

I love "c" names tho... Chloe is adorable, but keep playing with them, pretend you are signing your name, write Clover Whateveryournameis, and see how it looks. most kids hate their name at some point, I detested mine because adults would always say J.? like chanel #5? I didnt get it lol, and hated it being made fun of, but reality is it happens to all names in one way or another!

Since you asked, I have to be honest, I don't personally like it. It's a bit weird.

Personally, I think it's different, and pretty. =)
I understand how you feel. There were always a lot of Jennifer's in one class. We constantly were called Jennifer then our initial of our last name. I used to hate that.
I have had several people tell me that they had a pet that had the same name as my child, that her name sounds like a strippers name, that there is a song (which I already knew of) about a prostitute with a similar name and people will tease her, and the list goes on from there.
I just told everyone that my daughter will be capable of great things, and that her personality will shine through to those who are judgemental against her name. I also tend to think when she's an adult there are going to be a ton of unique names.
BTW those that told me kids her age (this is when I was pregnant mind you) will be teasing her with a song that was released in 1978, I had to laugh. I grew up in the 80's and EVERYONE sung ###-###-#### (jenny) to me, and when Forest Gump came out...well lets just say everyone had fun with that one too. =)

Having a 13yr old boy, the first thing I think of is "Cloverfield", which, of course, is that movie where that monster destroys NYC. Fans of that movie (teenage boys, that is) call the monster "Clover". I think Clover is actually pretty cute, but I just can't stop myself from picturing that monster...

Yes, for a dog or a horse or a cat - not so much for a child.

I love it! In fact, I kind of wish I had thought of it when I was pregnant with my own daughter 10 years ago!

For me, I don't like it. It would be a cute nickname.

What about Charlotte Love and her nickname could be Clover?

When I was picking my daughter's name, Oct. bday, I too wanted a unique name. My favorites were:

Autumn Danielle C. (since she was an Oct. baby)
Victoria Louise C. (ggrandma's middle names)
Lorilynn Joy C (a combo of the 3 grandmother's middle names)

One thing I would do is write it down. You'll be writing the name ALOT!. See if it flows from your hand, and how it looks written on papers, diplomas, etc.

I didn't read any of your responses yet, so I have no idea what the concensus was, although I'm sure there were some on either side, but personally, I LOVE IT!!! As soon as I read your question, my mind went "Awwwww!" I really think that's a sweet name. Go for it!

Hmmm . . . . this is a tough one. I think it is a really pretty name, but I can't help but think it might be one of those that little kids in her class may find a way to make fun of. Kids can be pretty cruel when they want to be, unfortunately. I hate that we have to think that way when we try to pick out names for our kids, but you want to make sure you give them a name that they don't hate when they get older. I hope that helps, and please don't think I am saying it is a bad name - I actually think it is really original!

Love it!!!! My son's name is Rome. And though I thought it was unique, can you believe there was another kid on his 4 year old baseball team with the same name? LOL. Anyway, go for it if you love it. I love it. It's pretty.

It's very cute, but a little hippie-touchy-feely. If you live somewhere conservative maybe you should find something else.

But if you love it, go for it!

I think it's super cute, my only problem with it is that I just can't picture a grown women named Clover.???

I like the name Clover. I also LOVE the name Sage.

In CA they have a Clover the Cow ad campaign for milk--if you ever moved to Northern CA, she might be nicknamed Clover the Cow! Sorry, but I just had to mention it...I like Chloe, which sounds similar!

Love Love Love it!!!! But my Daughters name is Poppy. That is not a nickname. Clover is a great name and I wouldn't worry about when she is grown up... by then she will be used to it. I say do it!

By the way I think all of you other people are kinda judgmental. A pet name? A horse! Gosh so rude. I know she asked for opinions but really?

I like it. I have a friend named Pepper, and her name grew on me and is fun. The only problem is there will never be a ready made key chain, hair clip, coffee mug you can buy off the shelf with her name already on it, but as we all know we can customize, I do that for my son and his name isn't that odd. Congrats, I vote yes for Clover.

I really like that. Very nice.

hhmmmmm. Clover. Well, it is very unique. You dont have to worry about it being mispronounced. If you love it, go for it! I think it's cute.

Yes, I have a friend named Clover, it is beautiful, unique, but not too crazy in my opinion.

I love it! Wish I thought of it! (except my LO is a boy. lol) Its unique but still simple and easy to pronounce. I say do it!

Sorry, it doesn't strike me as a name for a grown up. If you love it, use it as her middle name but I agree with Chantal. More stripper than president of the United States.

I really like Clover! I like Piper too and feel that it's only really popular on the west coast so if you're out east, I think you're still safe. Same goes for Autumn- which I also love. Congrats on your new GIRL!

I used to work with someone who named her daughter Clover (she's still a baby). They are not "hippy" people or anything. It was the first time I'd ever heard the name. I like it!

Ahhhhhh....if you like it...go with it!

Totally up to you...but to me does not sound appealing sorry!

If u like it that is all that matters.. :) I named my daughter maysen some people thought I was crazy giving her a "boys" name.. so glad I named her that... she is 5yrs old fits her perfect.
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I don't usually like unusual names- but I think clover is a lovely name, different, but commonly used.
really cute!

Make sure any name you consider isn't just suited for a little darling girl, but also for a serious, responsible adult who may wish to be a lawyer, doctor, politician, etc. I personally have a hard time picturing anyone voting for Ms. Clover L. for congress (or Piper, for that matter), but I know many disagree. If you can see it, go for it.

I never would have thought of it, but I think it's SO adorable.

I know a lot of people will probably say if you name your child that they will get made fun of. Just remember, any name can be turned into something mean...so I wouldn't worry about that! The most common generic names can be turned into something, if a kid wants to.

I really like the name!

I love it. I met a little girl named Clover about two years ago and it really suited her. I think it would work just as well as an adult as Piper does! It's not sing-songy or cutsie or anything. I think of it as kind of earthy. My daughters both have unique names and they get a lot of compliments--mostly from people I respect and admire! Good luck and congrats!

I think it is an awesome name!!! You should not worry about what people would think of the name you picked it special for her,I say go for it.I like different names and if nobody else likes it oh well!

I love the name and I haven't heard it before that I can recall, go for it.

Dear J., Clover is very different.. it may catch on as the new name for next year! Grandma Mary

I remember being struck by a friend's name in high school - he was named for a revered ancestor - it told him he came from people to be admired and emulated. We did that for our children. They love being told stories about their great grandma who was an artist when they bring home paintings or take an art class. Names from a few generations back are coming back, but still not too popular - so you could combine different with keeping a sense of wonder, honor, family in your baby's name.

sorry, i don't like it for a child. i like chloe and lily....not sure what else is popular right now, but how about Lucy....Charlotte....i like Charlie for a girl.....and a lot of CH names in general. my daughter's name is Aliana, and while there are Arianna's, Ayanna's, Aliah, we don't know anyone with her name. Clover doesn't sound like a little girl...and I can imagine kids would make fun of the name. best of luck - it's such a hard decision!

I'm not fond of it only because I can already hear the boys asking to roll in the clover. But that could be painful childhood memories coming back to haunt me. My first name is Debra so I was always called DE BRA..hated it.

I often think parents need to think about the fact this name will go with your child into adulthood and how seriously would someone, say an employer take them if they were named....such and such.

Being from Memphis I hear the most bizarre names on the planet & I have to wonder WHY?

So just think about her going through her life with it, if you're still happy with it then by all means do it. And you may take one look at her & feel it does or doesn't fit, if not have a back up name :) My Rebekah was Hannah most of the time I carried her. But one day hubby says, nope Rebekah and I'm very happy we changed it. Nothing wrong with Nicole, but she looks like a Rebekah.

Congrats too BTW.

It's not one I would choose. I like Ivy. But Clover...like some other commenters, I also think "cow." (Sorry!!!!!!)

That said, if you love it...when you meet your baby, you'll know if it's right.
Maybe she'll redefine the name.

Congrats.

Honey who cares what anyone else thinks as long as you love it thats all that matters. I dont have any girls and when I was pregnant with my first boy I wanted Adrianna and then agian with my second and had another boy. Then I was sure that my third and fourth were both going to be a girl nope I got two more boys I picked Kristyana for them. Both names were in my heart and still are I can never have another child but dont regret not getting your Clover I think of luck when I hear that name its beautiful...

I love it - but I like unique names. It sounds very sweet and natural to me. You should pick whatever name you love. I also love the name Poppy. The name Hayley means Hay Field which also reminds me of these kinds of names but is more known.

Clover is a great name. My mom name is Clover.

My first thought is that it is a cow's name, but if a person was introduced as Clover I probably wouldn't think so. But my kids have unusual names and my daughter's is also botanical.
If you love the name, give it to your daughter. It is your and your husband's decision, if he's in the picture.
Now if you want to get nerdy, here are some scientific names for clovers: Dalea, Marina, Marsilea, Vicia, Verbena. The basic clover you are thinking of is Trifolium, but I'm not recommending that one. Clover is a name that could grow on one.