Cleo is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #129 in 2024 with 376 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 383 births ranking #132. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 974.3%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 686 girls born was named Cleo. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Cleo is a compact, sparkling Greek-rooted name linked to glory and fame. It feels bold, artistic, and very chic.
The name stands both on its own and as a short form of longer names like Cleopatra. Its modern popularity comes from sounding snappy and sophisticated without losing historical depth.