Clive

Clive is a surname turned given name with Old English roots, derived from the word 'clif,' meaning 'cliff' or 'bank.' It is a topographic name, originally given to someone who lived near a prominent cliff or a riverbank. The name spread throughout England and gained traction as a given name, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries.

To say 'Clive' is to ground yourself, to feel the solid earth beneath your feet. It’s a name that carries a quiet strength and a reliable presence, like a weathered cliff face. When you write it in your journal, you’ll feel the unshakeable character it represents, a steadiness for your son.