Clovis

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Clovis means “famous warrior”.
Pronunciation
KLAW-VEES(French)
KLO-vis(English)
The name Clovis is pronounced as “KLO-vee”.
Popularity
Clovis is not a particularly popular name outside of France, where it remains a popular choice amongst parents. However, it has gained some popularity in recent years and is now used more widely in other countries, particularly in the United States and Canada.

cartoon of the name Clovis
Cartoon of Clovis

Clovis Name meanings & History

The name Clovis has Germanic origins and is derived from the Old High German name Chlodovech, which is composed of the elements “hlud” meaning “famous”, and “wig” meaning “warrior”. The name was further popularized by the French king Clovis I, who was a convert to Christianity and is considered to be the founder of the Merovingian dynasty. The name Clovis means “famous warrior”. Contemporary spelling, via the Latinized form Clodovicus, of the Germanic name Hludwig (see Ludwig). Clovis was a Frankish king who united the Franks under his rule in the 5th century. The name was subsequently borne by two further Merovingian kings. Clovis is a name that is commonly used in France and other French-speaking countries. It is also used in other parts of Europe and has become popular in North America and other parts of the world.

Zodiac Sign of Clovis: Curious Gemini

Synonyms of Clovis:

C: Clever,Cute,Copycat,Choice,Candid,Curious,Chatty

L: Luscious,Liaison,Lover,Lovely,Legal,Lazy,Languid

O: Ostentatious,Obsolete,Obsessive,Organized,Obstinate

V: Vivacious,Vexing,Variety,Versatility

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

S: Status,Sensuality,Success,Security,Social Standing,Solidity,Sex

Clovis is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Clovis include Clovis Kamdjo, a Cameroonian football player, and Clovis Hugues, a French poet and politician.

2.) Clovis (Male)

Usage: German

Meanings: (German) famed warrior

Other Forms: Clove, Cloves, Clovus, Klove, Kloves, Klovis


3.) Clovis (Male)

Usage: German

Meanings: (German) famous soldier. See also Louis.

Other Forms: Clovys


4.) Clovis (Female)

Usage: Teutonic

Meanings: (Teutonic) famous warrior.


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