Clelia

“Clelia is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'clarus,' meaning ‘bright’ or ‘clear’”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15688US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

514All-time births

📅 Since 190300

What does Clelia mean and where does it come from?

Clelia is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'clarus,' meaning ‘bright’ or ‘clear’. It has historical roots in Roman culture and was notably borne by a legendary figure, Clelia Metella, a notable Roman woman. The name sees some usage in Italy and other Latin-speaking regions, and although it's s

Cultural significance

Clelia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #1584 in 1903 — currently #15688 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Clelia?

Clelia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Clelia Grace

How popular is Clelia right now?

Rising fast — up 63 spots — currently #15688 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1905–2023#15688 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#15688	5	▲ up 63
2021	#15751	5	▼ down 5157 · -29% births
1995	#10594	7	▲ up 2493 · +40% births
1990	#13087	5	▼ down 5446 · -37% births
1985	#7641	8	▲ up 499 · +60% births
1970	#8140	5	▼ down 3228 · -37% births
1965	#4912	8	▲ up 903 · +33% births
1960	#5815	6	▼ down 977 · -14% births
1955	#4838	7	▼ down 2011 · -50% births
1950	#2827	14	▼ down 4 · +40% births
1935	#2823	10	▲ up 976 · +43% births
1930	#3799	7	▼ down 320 · -22% births
1925	#3479	9	▼ down 1546 · -57% births
1920	#1933	21	▲ up 408 · +62% births
1915	#2341	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Clelia

Best Year1905Rank #1903

Peak Count21

Average Rank#6346

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1905 - 202317 years

The story of Clelia

Clelia entered American naming records in 1903 and has been in use for over 121 years. With 514 total births recorded, Clelia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1903 in 1905, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15688 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Clelia in 1903:

Mary Helen Anna Margaret Ruth

Clelia by decade

Clelia peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	19
1910s	94
1920s ★	130
1930s	64
1940s	34
1950s	73
1960s	32
1970s	5
1980s	32
1990s	12
2000s	11
2010s	8

💎Clelia has only 514 total recorded births since 1903 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Clelia?

Common

CleClelClelieClelyElia

What names sound and feel like Clelia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Clelia also consider these

Clevia

American · A beloved name

Cledia

Greece · Famous or renowned

How is Clelia written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Clelia?

Cloelius ANCIENT ROMAN

Common questions about the name Clelia

What does the name Clelia mean?

Clelia means "Latin" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Clelia?

Clelia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Clelia have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Clelia?

Clelia originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Clelia trending right now?

Clelia is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Clelia a common or rare name?

Clelia is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.