Cleona

“glory”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13805US 2020

5Births / yr

↓Falling

819All-time births

📅 Since 189500

How to pronounce Cleona

KLEE·oh·NAH

/ˈkliː.oʊ.ˈnɑ/ · stress on KLEE · 3 syllables

“glory”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Cleona mean and where does it come from?

Cleona is derived from the Greek name 'Kleon,' meaning 'glory.' The name has a melodic quality and has been gaining popularity as a feminine name in recent years. While not overly common, its unique sound and meaning have appealed to parents seeking distinctive names. The name also has connotations

Cultural significance

Cleona has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of glory.

Peak popularity

Reached #1104 in 1911 — currently #13805 in the US.

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How else can you spell Cleona?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Cliona

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Cleona?

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

Cleona Grace

How popular is Cleona right now?

Falling — down 10933 spots — currently #13805 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1895–2020#13805 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#15063	5	▼ down 10933 · -44% births
1955	#4130	9	▲ up 564 · +80% births
1945	#4694	5	▼ down 1670 · -44% births
1940	#3024	9	▼ down 877 · -40% births
1935	#2147	15	▼ down 245 · -21% births
1930	#1902	19	▼ down 79 · -17% births
1925	#1823	23	▼ down 330 · -23% births
1920	#1493	30	▼ down 67 · +15% births
1915	#1426	26	▼ down 272 · +63% births
1910	#1154	16	▲ up 698 · +167% births
1905	#1852	6	▼ down 80 · +20% births
1895	#1772	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cleona

Best Year1910Rank #1154

Peak Count30

Average Rank#3519

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1905 - 202011 years

The story of Cleona

Cleona has been a beloved American name for over 129 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1895. With 819 total births recorded, Cleona remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1772 in 1895, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15063 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Cleona in 1911:

Mary Helen Margaret Dorothy Ruth

Cleona by decade

Cleona peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	17
1900s	72
1910s	213
1920s ★	244
1930s	133
1940s	80
1950s	32
1960s	18
2010s	5
2020s	5

💎Cleona has only 819 total recorded births since 1895 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cleona?

Common

CleCleonCleonieCleonyOna

What names sound and feel like Cleona?

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

Cleoda

Greece · Glory of the

Cleoma

Greek · Glory, fame.

Cliona

Irish · Shining or luminous.

Bleona

Albania · A beloved name

Cleola

American · A beloved name

American · Unique or heavenly.

Common questions about the name Cleona

What does the name Cleona mean?

Cleona means "glory" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Cleona?

Cleona is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Cleona?

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

How do you pronounce the name Cleona?

Cleona is a three-syllable name pronounced K L IY1 OW0 N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Cleona?

Cleona pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.