Cleo vs Helen

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
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Helen

Girl #424 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"torch, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English French Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#424
Total SSA Count
726
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nell, Nellie, Helly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cleo Rank #603
Helen Rank #424

Helen is more popular, ranked #424 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

Helen ___

  • Helen Marie
  • Helen Grace
  • Helen Rose
  • Helen Louise
  • Helen Jean
  • Helen Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cleo

Felix Theo Jasper Iris Phoebe

If you choose Helen

Margaret Eleanor Arthur Charles Frances

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cleo or Helen more popular?

Helen is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Cleo at #603 in the United States.

What do Cleo and Helen mean?

Cleo means "glory, fame" (Greek origin). Helen means "torch, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Cleo and Helen boy or girl names?

Cleo is primarily a girl name. Helen is primarily a girl name.

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