Chloe

Gender:girl

Meaning:green

Origin:Greek

Pronunciation:klo ee

Variations:Khloe, Cleo

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Chloe’s Popularity: #32

From the Greek name Khloe, this pretty girl’s name means “young green shoot” or “blooming”.

Detailed Meaning of Chloe

The name Khloe was originally used in the classical period as an epithet of the fertility goddess Demeter, hence its meaning.

It remains a popular Greek name, but has really grown in popularity in the UK since the 1990s (but with the spelling Chloe).

Famous People With This Name

Olivia Newton-John’s now-grown daughter is named Chloe. American reality star Khloe Kardashion is probably the most famous celebrity with the name (with a K spelling) and her popularity has caused this more unusual spelling to become more common.

TOWIE star Chloe Sims is a series favourite.

Possible Nicknames for Chloe

Clo, Clove, Coco or even Lo, Lolo and Loie are all possible nicknames for the name Chloe.

Similar Names to Chloe

Chloe can also be spelt Khloe (and this is a much less-common selling). Cleo is another alternative of the name or Clover is a much more unique name with a similar sound.

Stories Featuring This Name

There are not many British characters called Chloe currently. Chloe O’Brian is a fictional character in the popular American show 24 and Chloe Sullivan is a character in the television series Smallville.

Chloe and the Lion is a children’s book by Mac Barnett.

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