Cleon Boy

Popularity: #931 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KLEE-on //ˈkliː.ɒn//

Origin: Greek

Meaning: glory; fame

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Cleon has its roots in ancient Greek, derived from the word 'kleos,' which translates to 'glory' or 'fame.' This etymological origin reflects a cultural emphasis on honor and reputation in ancient Greek society. The name appears in various forms in historical texts, with the earliest instances found in classical literature.

Cleon was notably borne by a prominent Athenian general and statesman during the 5th century BCE, who played a significant role in the Peloponnesian War, further embedding the name in historical consciousness. In addition to its political associations, the name Cleon is also linked to figures in Greek literature, such as Cleon of Athens, who is depicted in the works of playwrights like Aristophanes.

His portrayal in the comedic play "The Knights" highlights the complexities of Athenian democracy and the role of influential leaders, illustrating how the name became synonymous with political ambition and public life. The name's presence in such literary works contributed to its recognition and usage in subsequent centuries.

Throughout history, Cleon has maintained a cultural resonance tied to themes of leadership and valor. The name has been adopted in various forms across different cultures, often retaining its original connotations of glory and distinction.

While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the core significance of Cleon as a name associated with notable historical figures and cultural narratives has ensured its endurance over time. The legacy of Cleon is thus intertwined with the broader historical and cultural developments of ancient Greece, reflecting the values and ideals of that era.

Famous people named Cleon

In this section, you will find notable people named Cleon. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Cleon who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Cleon who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Cleon Jones is a former professional baseball player best known for his time with the New York Mets and being part of the 1969 World Series championship team.

Cleon McClure is a former American football player best known for his career in the NFL with the Chicago Bears and the New York Giants.

Fictional characters named Cleon

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Cleon is a fictional character from the science fiction series Foundation by Isaac Asimov. He is the first Emperor of the Galactic Empire, known for his significant role in the political landscape of the series.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Cleon, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Cleon. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Cleon was first seen in the United States in 1884.

Cleon has ranked as high as #1458 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, Georgia, and Indiana.

In the past 5 years the name Cleon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Cleon is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cleon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cleon.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 7 7 0
2024 8 8 0
2023 9 9 0
2022 10 10 0
2021 7 7 0
2019 5 5 0
2018 5 5 0
2016 10 10 0
2015 11 11 0
2014 7 7 0
2013 5 5 0
2011 10 10 0
2010 9 9 0
2009 6 6 0
2007 5 5 0
2006 6 6 0
2005 11 11 0
2004 8 8 0
2003 6 6 0
2002 14 14 0
2001 7 7 0
2000 6 6 0
1999 11 11 0
1998 8 8 0
1997 12 12 0
1996 7 7 0
1995 20 20 0
1994 6 6 0
1993 20 20 0
1992 15 15 0
1991 6 6 0
1990 18 18 0
1989 13 13 0
1988 11 11 0
1987 14 14 0
1986 16 16 0
1985 15 15 0
1984 9 9 0
1983 9 9 0
1982 20 20 0
1981 14 14 0
1980 13 13 0
1979 18 18 0
1978 19 19 0
1977 17 17 0
1976 34 34 0
1975 43 43 0
1974 37 37 0
1973 27 27 0
1972 28 28 0
1971 40 40 0
1970 60 60 0
1969 52 52 0
1968 27 27 0
1967 17 17 0
1966 29 29 0
1965 17 17 0
1964 13 13 0
1963 22 22 0
1962 19 19 0
1961 14 14 0
1960 15 15 0
1959 23 23 0
1958 24 24 0
1957 24 24 0
1956 32 32 0
1955 26 26 0
1954 25 25 0
1953 25 25 0
1952 22 22 0
1951 28 28 0
1950 28 28 0
1949 21 21 0
1948 32 32 0
1947 37 37 0
1946 28 28 0
1945 29 29 0
1944 24 24 0
1943 41 41 0
1942 36 31 5
1941 36 36 0
1940 32 32 0
1939 38 38 0
1938 43 43 0
1937 42 37 5
1936 54 46 8
1935 37 32 5
1934 54 54 0
1933 50 44 6
1932 57 52 5
1931 58 49 9
1930 63 55 8
1929 58 50 8
1928 56 56 0
1927 54 44 10
1926 41 41 0
1925 76 66 10
1924 72 64 8
1923 61 50 11
1922 68 62 6
1921 86 75 11
1920 62 57 5
1919 71 60 11
1918 61 52 9
1917 56 45 11
1916 46 40 6
1915 44 39 5
1914 45 38 7
1913 36 31 5
1912 19 19 0
1911 17 12 5
1910 6 6 0
1909 8 8 0
1908 11 11 0
1907 5 5 0
1906 5 0 5
1905 11 6 5
1904 5 5 0
1903 12 12 0
1902 5 5 0
1901 7 7 0
1898 6 6 0
1896 5 5 0
1893 6 6 0
1892 6 6 0
1887 5 5 0
1885 5 5 0
1884 6 6 0

Top States for Cleon (1993)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
NY 5
100%