Cletus: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: cl-eht-oos
Origin: Greece
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Of Greek origin, meaning "called forth" or "invoked."

Cletus is a boy's name of Greek origin, meaning "called forth," "illustrious," or "invoked." It is a diminutive form of Anacletus, which was the name of the third pope in the 1st century AD. The name Cletus has been associated with various historical figures and cultural references, including Pope Anacletus and fictional characters like Cletus Spuckler from "The Simpsons." The name Cletus is important because it connects to ancient history and has been a part of cultural narratives for centuries.

Cletus Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Cletus is currently #20597 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Cletus is currently #20596 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Cletus is currently #10047 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Cletus is currently #4369 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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