Gordon vs Cleophus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gordon

Boy #1,090 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great fort, spacious hill"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,090
Total SSA Count
199
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gordon Rank #1,090
Cleophus Rank #16,281

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 vs #16281 for Cleophus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gordon or Cleophus more popular?

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 compared to Cleophus at #16281 in the United States.

What do Gordon and Cleophus mean?

Gordon means "great fort, spacious hill" (Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic origin). Cleophus means "glory of the father" (Greek kleos + pater origin).

Are Gordon and Cleophus boy or girl names?

Gordon is primarily a boy name. Cleophus is primarily a boy name.

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