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Bill vs Cleo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,669
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cleo

Boy #4,718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"short form of Cleopatra"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,718
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bill Rank #4,669
Cleo Rank #4,718

Bill is more popular, ranked #4669 vs #4718 for Cleo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bill or Cleo more popular?

Bill is more popular, ranked #4669 compared to Cleo at #4718 in the United States.

What do Bill and Cleo mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Cleo means "short form of Cleopatra" (Greek origin).

Are Bill and Cleo boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Cleo is primarily a boy name.

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