Khleo

“no specific meaning, modern invention”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10751US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

25All-time births

📅 Since 201800

What does Khleo mean and where does it come from?

Khleo is a modern name variant that gained fame in the early 2000s, largely due to the American actor Khleo Thomas, known for his role in the film 'Holes' and various television appearances. The name does not have significant historical or linguistic roots and is largely considered a unique, contemp

Cultural significance

Khleo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of no specific meaning, modern invention.

Peak popularity

Reached #9447 in 2020 — currently #10751 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Khleo?

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

Khleo Grace

How popular is Khleo right now?

Rising fast — up 5802 spots — currently #10751 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#10751 · Top 7.9%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10751	9	▲ up 5802 · +80% births
2022	#16553	5	▼ down 34
2021	#16519	5	▼ down 7072 · -55% births
2020	#9447	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Khleo

Best Year2020Rank #9447

Peak Count11

Average Rank#13318

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Khleo

Khleo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2018. With 25 total births recorded, Khleo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9447 in 2020, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10751 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Khleo in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Khleo has only 25 total recorded births since 2018 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Khleo?

Common

KhlKhleieKhley

What names sound and feel like Khleo?

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

Chleo

Greece · green shoot, young

Kleo

Greece · Glory

Khloee

American · green shoot, budding

English · Green shoot or

Theo

Greece · Divine gift

Khiley

American · a variant of

Common questions about the name Khleo

What does the name Khleo mean?

Khleo means "no specific meaning, modern invention" — a name rooted in American 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 Khleo?

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

What is the cultural origin of Khleo?

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

How does Khleo sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Khleo flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Khleo ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Khleo trending right now?

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