Chloe
Young green shoot, blooming — a girl name of Greek origin
Popularity of Chloe in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Chloe
Chloe derives from the Greek "khloe," meaning "young green shoot" or "blooming," and was an epithet of the goddess Demeter in her role as protector of young plants in spring. The name appears in the New Testament in Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, referring to an early Christian woman. It also featured in the ancient Greek pastoral romance Daphnis and Chloe by Longus. Chloe experienced a massive surge in popularity in the late 1990s and 2000s, becoming a top-10 name in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia.
Chloe Around the World
Chloe is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 7+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Chloe
Famous People Named Chloe
- Chloe Zhao — Chinese-born filmmaker (Nomadland)
- Chloe Grace Moretz — American actress
- Chloe Kim — American snowboarder and Olympic gold medalist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Chloe mean?
Chloe is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Young green shoot, blooming." Chloe derives from the Greek "khloe," meaning "young green shoot" or "blooming," and was an epithet of the goddess Demeter in her role as protector of young plants in spring. The name appears in the New Testament in Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, referring to an early Christian woman.
How do you pronounce Chloe?
Chloe is pronounced KLOH-ee. Common variations include Cloe, Khloe, Kloe.
Is Chloe a girl name?
Yes, Chloe is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Clo, ChoCho.
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