Meaning The Scottish name Clyde derives from the River of the same name, meaning 'washer'. Origin of Clyde Celtic , Irish Popular Middle Names James, William, Joshua, Scott, Anderson, Cameron, Cordell, Daniel, David, Franklin Pronunciation 🔊 Listen Clyde KLAYD Similar Names Douglas Lennon Dhoire Cruim Judas Keian Nairn Graham Acaiseid Aillig Year by Year Popularity of Clyde