Cleo vs Ezra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cleo

Girl #603 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"glory, fame"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#603
Total SSA Count
495
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cleo Rank #603
Ezra Rank #13

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #603 for Cleo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cleo ___

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

Ezra ___

  • Ezra James
  • Ezra Cole
  • Ezra Thomas
  • Ezra Bennett
  • Ezra River
  • Ezra John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cleo

Felix Theo Jasper Iris Phoebe

If you choose Ezra

Asher Silas Iris Violet Levi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cleo or Ezra more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Cleo at #603 in the United States.

What do Cleo and Ezra mean?

Cleo means "glory, fame" (Greek origin). Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cleo and Ezra boy or girl names?

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

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