Cleveland
Cleveland is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Land of cliffs or hilly region.
Origin and history
Cleveland is an English surname and place name meaning 'cliff land'. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th century, influenced in part by U.S. President Grover Cleveland. While historically well-used, it has become a rare choice for newborns in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
21,945 babies in the United States have been named Cleveland since 1880. It ranks #794 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1839.
States where it is most popular
- LA (11.9 %)
- GA (11.8 %)
- NC (9.9 %)
- SC (9.9 %)
- AL (9.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 702 |
| 1890-1900 | 524 |
| 1900-1910 | 553 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,219 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,183 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,480 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,970 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,069 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,055 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,498 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,107 |
| 1990-2000 | 743 |
| 2000-2010 | 474 |
| 2010-2019 | 280 |
| 2020-2029 | 88 |
Famous people named Cleveland
- Cleveland Amory: Author, Activist
- Cleveland Abbe: Meteorologist, Academic
Nicknames
Cleve, Cleo
Fun facts
- Its usage peaked in the late 19th century around the presidency of Grover Cleveland.
- The name originally designated a person from the Cleveland district in North Yorkshire, England.