Cleon
Cleon is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Glory or famous.
Origin and history
Cleon is a masculine name of Ancient Greek origin meaning 'glory' or 'renowned'. It was borne by a prominent Athenian statesman and military leader during the Peloponnesian War. While historically significant, it remains a rare choice in the United States today.
Popularity in the United States
3,000 babies in the United States have been named Cleon since 1880. It ranks #2358 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1886.
States where it is most popular
- PA (24.6 %)
- NY (23.9 %)
- TX (12.4 %)
- GA (10.9 %)
- IN (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 16 |
| 1890-1900 | 23 |
| 1900-1910 | 59 |
| 1910-1920 | 342 |
| 1920-1930 | 565 |
| 1930-1940 | 450 |
| 1940-1950 | 311 |
| 1950-1960 | 257 |
| 1960-1970 | 225 |
| 1970-1980 | 323 |
| 1980-1990 | 134 |
| 1990-2000 | 123 |
| 2000-2010 | 69 |
| 2010-2019 | 62 |
| 2020-2029 | 41 |
Famous people named Cleon
- Cleon Jones: baseball player
Fun facts
- Cleon was an influential political figure in ancient Athens who rose to power after the death of Pericles.
- Isaac Asimov used the name Cleon for the galactic emperors Cleon I and Cleon II in his iconic Foundation series.