Cleo vs Marigold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marigold

Girl #693 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Goldie, Merry

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cleo Rank #603
Marigold Rank #693

Cleo is more popular, ranked #603 vs #693 for Marigold.

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

Marigold ___

  • Marigold Rose
  • Marigold June
  • Marigold Pearl
  • Marigold Claire
  • Marigold Faye
  • Marigold Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Marigold

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cleo or Marigold more popular?

Cleo is more popular, ranked #603 compared to Marigold at #693 in the United States.

What do Cleo and Marigold mean?

Cleo means "glory, fame" (Greek origin). Marigold means "Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary" (English origin).

Are Cleo and Marigold boy or girl names?

Cleo is primarily a girl name. Marigold is primarily a girl name.

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