Kloe
Kloe is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Young green shoot, blooming, or fertility.
Origin and history
Kloe is a modern spelling variation of the classical Greek name Chloe. It derives from the Greek word referring to young green foliage or shoots, associated with new growth and springtime. In the United States, it is a moderately used alternative spelling that gained traction alongside the popularity of Chloe.
Popularity in the United States
3,300 babies in the United States have been named Kloe since 1880. It ranks #3097 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1833.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.5 %)
- CA (13.6 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- OH (6.4 %)
- IN (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 156 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,575 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,301 |
| 2020-2029 | 268 |
Fun facts
- Kloe replaces the traditional 'Ch' with a 'K' to create a more direct, phonetic spelling of Chloe.
- In ancient Greek religion, Khloe was an epithet of the goddess Demeter, referencing blooming greenery.