At a glance
- In short
- Cleothis is a unique and uncommon Greek mythology-inspired name for boys, meaning "glory" and "divine."
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1958 (#3,944)
- Babies in 1958
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- First recorded
- 1958 (the only year on record)
Meaning of Cleothis
Cleothis is a unique and uncommon name that is typically given to boys. It has its origins in Greek mythology, derived from the combination of the names Cleo and This. Cleo means "glory" or "fame" in Greek, while This is believed to mean "god" or "divine" in ancient Egyptian. The name Cleothis carries connotations of strength, significance, and divine power. Its pronunciation is klee-OH-this (kliːˈoʊθɪs). Although it may not be frequently used, Cleothis holds a special charm for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy. According to data from the United States Social Security Administration, only five boys were given this name in 1958, ranking at number 3942 in popularity. A variation of Cleothis is Cleotha, which maintains a similar sound and meaning.
How to pronounce Cleothis
- Pronounced klee-OH-this /kliːˈoʊθɪs/
Popularity of Cleothis in the U.S.
Cleothis appears in the records for the U.S. only in 1958, ranked #3,944 with 5 babies.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale)
Year-by-year table, 1958 1 row
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | 5 | 3,944 | new |