Cloey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cloey is a modern variant of the Greek name Chloē, meaning 'green shoot' or 'young sprout'. It has evolved from its Greek roots through various historical forms and is recognized for its association with growth. The name has biblical relevance due to its connection with a figure in the New Testament. Today, Cloey is seen as a youthful and vibrant name, gaining popularity in contemporary culture.
The name Cloey is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. 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, Cloey has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cloey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14996th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1890th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6474th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cloey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cloey"
Pronunciation
/ˈkloʊi/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Cloey is derived from the Greek name 'Chloē', which means 'green shoot' or 'young sprout', often associated with growth and renewal.
Meaning
green shoot, young sprout
Language Evolution
Chloē, Chloe, Cloey
Biblical Background
Cloey is a variant of Chloe, which appears in the New Testament as a prominent figure in the early Christian community.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a trendy and modern variant of Chloe.
Variants & Derivatives
Chloe, Cloé, Cloie
Modern Popularity & Image
Cloey is perceived as a fresh and youthful name, often associated with positivity and vitality.
Famous People
Cloey McColgan, an American actress, Cloey M. Smith, a notable author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cloey"
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 "Cloey"
"Cloey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8598th of 9107 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14996th of 27321 | 40 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1890th of 35406 | 1,644 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6474th of 30306 | 223 |
Regional Popularity of "Cloey" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cloey" 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) |
34.57% 1584th/4582 |
50.14% 2589th/5164 |
24.94% 1824th/7313 |
32.35% 2414th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cloey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cloey" 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.