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Gardner vs Cleo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Gardner Rank #4,644
Cleo Rank #4,718

Gardner is more popular, ranked #4644 vs #4718 for Cleo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gardner or Cleo more popular?

Gardner is more popular, ranked #4644 compared to Cleo at #4718 in the United States.

What do Gardner and Cleo mean?

Gardner means "keeper of the garden, gardener" (Old French/English origin). Cleo means "short form of Cleopatra" (Greek origin).

Are Gardner and Cleo boy or girl names?

Gardner is primarily a boy name. Cleo is primarily a boy name.

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