Chloris Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKLOR-iss / /ˈklɔːrɪs/Greek
Meaning
green shoot; young green foliage
Historical & Cultural Background
Chloris is derived from the Greek word 'chloros', meaning green. In Greek mythology, Chloris was the goddess of flowers and the spring, often associated with the renewal of nature. The name has been used in literature and art to symbolize beauty and fertility. It has also been adopted in various cultures due to its botanical connotations.
Trend Summary
Chloris has remained relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chlora
International Variants
- Cloris (Spanish)
- Kloris (Latin)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chloris was first seen in the United States in 1897. Chloris has ranked as high as #818 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Chloris has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chloris (1926)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |