Cleo vs Marie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marie

Girl #637 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew (Miryam)

Cultural Roots

French German English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#637
Total SSA Count
461
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Mari, Rie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Cleo Rank #603
Marie Rank #637

Cleo is more popular, ranked #603 vs #637 for Marie.

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

Marie ___

  • Marie Claire
  • Marie Louise
  • Marie Elise
  • Marie Celeste
  • Marie Noelle
  • Marie Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cleo

Felix Theo Jasper Iris Phoebe

If you choose Marie

Pierre Juliette Henri Cecile Emile

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cleo or Marie more popular?

Cleo is more popular, ranked #603 compared to Marie at #637 in the United States.

What do Cleo and Marie mean?

Cleo means "glory, fame" (Greek origin). Marie means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew (Miryam) origin).

Are Cleo and Marie boy or girl names?

Cleo is primarily a girl name. Marie is primarily a girl name.

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