Cleon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cleon originates from Greek, meaning 'glory' or 'fame.' It evolved from the Ancient Greek 'Kleon' and has historical significance linked to notable figures in ancient Greece. The name embodies traits of honor and distinction but has limited biblical relevance. Its modern perception is that of a classical and unique name.
The name Cleon is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cleon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cleon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 933rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1022nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1597th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1612th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3854th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8367th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9839th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3383rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4870th out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Cleon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cleon"
Pronunciation
/ˈkliːɒn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Cleon is derived from the Greek word 'kleos,' meaning 'glory' or 'fame.' It was commonly used in ancient Greece.
Meaning
glory, fame
Language Evolution
Kleon (Ancient Greek), Cleon (Latinized form), Cleon (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Cleon gained popularity in ancient Greece, particularly during the 5th century BCE, when it was borne by notable figures such as Cleon of Athens, a prominent politician and general.
Variants & Derivatives
Cleona, Kleon
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Cleon is considered a unique and somewhat rare name, often associated with historical or classical themes.
Famous People
Cleon of Athens (statesman and general), Cleon (a character in the works of Aristophanes)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cleon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cleon"
"Cleon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 933rd of 7545 | 860 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1022nd of 6773 | 749 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1597th of 7552 | 458 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1612th of 10718 | 478 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3854th of 16616 | 213 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8367th of 24088 | 119 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9839th of 23106 | 77 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3383rd of 9107 | 130 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4870th of 9204 | 59 |
Regional Popularity of "Cleon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
56.64% 802nd/1416 |
52.14% 719th/1379 |
63.27% 1497th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
62.87% 972nd/1546 |
57.65% 897th/1556 |
55.25% 1300th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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64.77% 1574th/2430 |
66.14% 1887th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
58.63% 1722nd/2937 |
32.18% 1121st/3483 |
52.27% 1839th/3518 |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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57.01% 2551st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cleon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cleon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cleon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.