Chloe
Chloe: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkləʊ.i/ · /ˈkloʊ.i/
Meaning and origin of Chloe
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek χλόη (khlóē, “young green shoot”), an epithet of goddess Demeter.
How popular is Chloe?
Since 1880, 254,389 girls and 352 boys in the U.S. have been named Chloe (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #1836 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #23 for girls, with 6,210 babies given the name.
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Chloe FAQ
What does the name Chloe mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from Ancient Greek χλόη (khlóē, “young green shoot”), an epithet of goddess Demeter.
What is the origin of the name Chloe?
Chloe is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Chloe?
Since 1880, 254,389 girls and 352 boys in the U.S. have been named Chloe (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #9 in 2009. Its highest rank for boys was #1836 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #23 for girls, with 6,210 babies given the name.
Is Chloe a boy or girl name?
Chloe is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 254,389 girls and 352 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.