Cleo Name Meaning & Origin
/KLEE-oh/Name Origin
Cleo is derived from the Greek name Kleopatra, meaning 'glory of the father'. It was borne by the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, Cleopatra VII. The name has been adopted in various cultures and is often used as a standalone given name today.
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Greek (Ancient Greek) 85% -
American (Anglo-American) 10% -
French (French) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Cleo
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Cleo
Famous individuals named Cleo include Cleo Laine, a British jazz singer and actress; Cleo Demetriou, a Cypriot-British actress known for her role in 'Bugsy Malone'; and Cleo King, an American actress known for her work in television.
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Cleo Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.