Clinton is of English origin, derived from the occupational surname meaning 'clay pit,' which was originally given to someone who worked at such a site. It gained popularity as a first name in the mid-20th century and has since been used for both boys and girls.
The name Clinton has seen varied popularity over the years with spikes in its usage during certain decades. The most notable period was between 1974 and 1987, where there were consistently high numbers of births each year, peaking at 18 births in both 1984 and 1987. However, the name's popularity has seemed to decline since then, with only a handful of births reported annually from 1989 onwards.