Cletus Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKLEE-tus / /ˈkliːtəs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'famous'; Latin: 'glorious'
Historical & Cultural Background
Cletus is derived from the Greek name 'Kletos', which means 'called' or 'invoked'. It was popularized in early Christian communities due to its association with Saint Cletus, a pope in the first century. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in the United States, where it gained popularity in the 19th century. It is often associated with Southern American culture.
Trend Summary
Cletus has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cletis
International Variants
- Kletus (Greek)
Famous people named Cletus
Cletus Anderson was an American politician known for his work in local government.
Cletus Kasady is a fictional character in Marvel Comics, known as the host for the Carnage symbiote.
Cletus T. Judd is an American country music artist known for his parodies and comedic songs.
Cletus the Slack-Jawed Yokel is a recurring character on 'The Simpsons', known for his distinctive voice and humorous antics.
Fictional characters named Cletus
Cletus Spuckler is a character from 'The Simpsons', portrayed as a rural, simple-minded resident of Springfield.
Cletus Kasady appears in the 'Spider-Man' comics as a notorious villain and the host of the Carnage symbiote.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cletus was first seen in the United States in 1886. Cletus has ranked as high as #667 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Ohio, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Cletus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cletus (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 12 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1897 | 9 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 15 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 10 |
| 1903 | 15 |
| 1904 | 15 |
| 1905 | 19 |
| 1906 | 14 |
| 1907 | 24 |
| 1908 | 30 |
| 1909 | 31 |
| 1910 | 28 |
| 1911 | 34 |
| 1912 | 66 |
| 1913 | 83 |
| 1914 | 97 |
| 1915 | 154 |
| 1916 | 171 |
| 1917 | 189 |
| 1918 | 200 |
| 1919 | 168 |
| 1920 | 173 |
| 1921 | 174 |
| 1922 | 233 |
| 1923 | 200 |
| 1924 | 226 |
| 1925 | 184 |
| 1926 | 200 |
| 1927 | 193 |
| 1928 | 160 |
| 1929 | 159 |
| 1930 | 177 |
| 1931 | 132 |
| 1932 | 156 |
| 1933 | 125 |
| 1934 | 134 |
| 1935 | 137 |
| 1936 | 127 |
| 1937 | 119 |
| 1938 | 97 |
| 1939 | 99 |
| 1940 | 96 |
| 1941 | 105 |
| 1942 | 88 |
| 1943 | 101 |
| 1944 | 74 |
| 1945 | 88 |
| 1946 | 87 |
| 1947 | 79 |
| 1948 | 78 |
| 1949 | 82 |
| 1950 | 81 |
| 1951 | 86 |
| 1952 | 75 |
| 1953 | 62 |
| 1954 | 63 |
| 1955 | 67 |
| 1956 | 57 |
| 1957 | 64 |
| 1958 | 55 |
| 1959 | 51 |
| 1960 | 56 |
| 1961 | 64 |
| 1962 | 49 |
| 1963 | 62 |
| 1964 | 66 |
| 1965 | 54 |
| 1966 | 62 |
| 1967 | 52 |
| 1968 | 34 |
| 1969 | 37 |
| 1970 | 40 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2024 | 6 |