Ari vs Cleo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Ari Rank #400
Cleo Rank #603

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 vs #603 for Cleo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ari ___

  • Ari Samuel
  • Ari James
  • Ari Benjamin
  • Ari Elias
  • Ari Noah
  • Ari Solomon

Cleo ___

  • Cleo Rose
  • Cleo Jade
  • Cleo Simone
  • Cleo Fleur
  • Cleo Mae
  • Cleo Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ari

Levi Noa Eli Mia Jonah

If you choose Cleo

Felix Theo Jasper Iris Phoebe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ari or Cleo more popular?

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 compared to Cleo at #603 in the United States.

What do Ari and Cleo mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin). Cleo means "glory, fame" (Greek origin).

Are Ari and Cleo boy or girl names?

Ari is primarily a boy name. Cleo is primarily a girl name.

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