Chloe
Chloe is a girl name of Greek origin meaning “Young green shoot, blooming”, pronounced KLOH-ee. It ranked #23 in the United States in 2025, given to 6,203 babies, and peaked at #9 in 2009. Common nicknames: Clo, ChoCho.
How popular is 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.
What does Chloe mean, and where does it come from?
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.
How is Chloe used 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.
What are the 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.