gender neutral
Cleo
glory, fame
About Cleo
Talk about turning heads! Cleo packs serious punch in just four letters, delivering maximum impact with minimal fuss. This name choice shows parents aren't afraid to shake things up while keeping it elegantly simple.
The classical connections add gravitas, but the contemporary usage keeps it fresh and unexpected. Cleo works equally well in casual playground settings and formal academic environments.
Kids named Cleo often develop strong personalities and natural leadership skills, possibly influenced by the name's historical associations with power and intelligence.
It's short enough for easy signatures but distinctive enough to stand out in any crowd. Perfect for parents wanting their son to make an impression without trying too hard.
Popularity of the Name Cleo
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #939 | |
| 1884 | #873 | |
| 1885 | #713 | |
| 1886 | #711 | |
| 1887 | #839 | |
| 1888 | #583 | |
| 1889 | #811 | |
| 1890 | #571 | |
| 1891 | #610 | |
| 1892 | #498 | |
| 1893 | #393 | |
| 1894 | #635 | |
| 1895 | #457 | |
| 1896 | #369 | |
| 1897 | #384 | |
| 1898 | #548 | |
| 1899 | #625 | |
| 1900 | #404 | |
| 1901 | #362 | |
| 1902 | #340 | |
| 1903 | #297 | |
| 1904 | #313 | |
| 1905 | #281 | |
| 1906 | #273 | |
| 1907 | #280 | |
| 1908 | #310 | |
| 1909 | #293 | |
| 1910 | #289 | |
| 1911 | #300 | |
| 1912 | #311 | |
| 1913 | #343 | |
| 1914 | #309 | |
| 1915 | #258 | |
| 1916 | #289 | |
| 1917 | #298 | |
| 1918 | #279 | |
| 1919 | #282 | |
| 1920 | #305 | |
| 1921 | #313 | |
| 1922 | #329 | |
| 1923 | #328 | |
| 1924 | #335 | |
| 1925 | #334 | |
| 1926 | #346 | |
| 1927 | #315 | |
| 1928 | #377 | |
| 1929 | #417 | |
| 1930 | #403 | |
| 1931 | #375 | |
| 1932 | #397 | |
| 1933 | #370 | |
| 1934 | #381 | |
| 1935 | #436 | |
| 1936 | #412 | |
| 1937 | #442 | |
| 1938 | #427 | |
| 1939 | #479 | |
| 1940 | #495 | |
| 1941 | #496 | |
| 1942 | #494 | |
| 1943 | #543 | |
| 1944 | #566 | |
| 1945 | #584 | |
| 1946 | #562 | |
| 1947 | #568 | |
| 1948 | #673 | |
| 1949 | #655 | |
| 1950 | #681 | |
| 1951 | #712 | |
| 1952 | #672 | |
| 1953 | #692 | |
| 1954 | #787 | |
| 1955 | #746 | |
| 1956 | #777 | |
| 1957 | #852 | |
| 1959 | #963 | |
| 1975 | #332 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Cleo
- Cleon
- Cleodis
- Cleopas
- Cleophus
- Cleomenes
- Cleobis
- Cleos
Names Similar to Cleo
Nicknames for Cleo
- Cle
- Leo
- C.L.
