Chloe

Q: What is the origin of Chloe?

Chloe is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Chloe a girl name?

Chloe is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Young Green Shoot"

An epithet of Demeter meaning verdant growth, it was also used in early Christian texts.

Themes:greekepithetbiblical

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Chloe

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#20Top 50

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

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Selected Year Rank

#20

Chloe was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

better than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Chloe Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Chloe.

10 ideas

Chlo

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Clo

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Coco

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chlo

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chloey

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chlie

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loey

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chloeie

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hloe

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Baby Name Lists That Include Chloe

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Chloe, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Chloe mean?

Chloe means "Young Green Shoot". An epithet of Demeter meaning verdant growth, it was also used in early Christian texts.

What is the origin of Chloe?

Chloe is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Chloe?

According to the latest SSA data, Chloe is currently ranked #20 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Chloe a girl name?

Chloe is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Chloe?

Popular nicknames for Chloe include Chlo, Clo, Coco, chlo, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Chloe?

There are many names similar to Chloe in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#20

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withC

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alexander Luke Sebastian Theodore Andrew

Sisters

Elena Penelope Sophia Sofia Zoe

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