Kloe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kloe has Greek origins, meaning 'young shoot' or 'green shoot', symbolizing new life. It has evolved from historical forms such as Chloe and Khlōē. The name is associated with a modern image and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It has biblical relevance through its mention in the New Testament, representing a connection to Christian heritage.
The name Kloe is most popular in Oklahoma, 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, Kloe has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Kloe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13143rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1445th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2455th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kloe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kloe"
Pronunciation
/kloʊ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kloe is derived from the Greek word 'khlōrós', meaning 'green shoot' or 'young shoot', symbolizing new life and growth.
Meaning
young shoot, green shoot
Language Evolution
Kloe, Chloe, Khlōē
Biblical Background
In the New Testament, Chloe is mentioned as a woman of the Corinthian church, making the name notable in Christian contexts.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1990s, as an alternative spelling of Chloe.
Variants & Derivatives
Chloe, Clo, Klo
Modern Popularity & Image
Kloe is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthfulness and vibrancy.
Famous People
Kloe Kardashian, a prominent reality television personality, Kloe, an emerging social media influencer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kloe"
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 "Kloe"
"Kloe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13143rd of 27321 | 55 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1445th of 35406 | 2,324 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2455th of 30306 | 886 |
Regional Popularity of "Kloe" 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 "Kloe" 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) |
27.08% 1241st/4582 |
45.86% 2368th/5164 |
18.64% 1363rd/7313 |
23.25% 1735th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.40% 2526th/3984 |
64.07% 2875th/4487 |
35.08% 2393rd/6822 |
48.63% 3052nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kloe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kloe" 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.