Cleo
/kleo/from spelling rules
Cleo is the Spanish form of the female given name Cleo.
Cleo is used as a female given name.
How do you pronounce it?
/kleo/
Did you know?
- The name Cleo relates to the Greek root 'kleos', meaning 'glory', which remains a recognized intellectual association among educated Spanish speakers.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, Cleo can be used as a shortened form of Cleotilde, a traditional name that is now quite rare among younger generations.
- Unlike many traditional Spanish names, Cleo is perceived as an international name rather than one with deep roots in Spanish religious tradition.
Examples in context
- Mi amiga se llama Cleo.My friend's name is Cleo.
- Cleo es una persona muy inteligente.Cleo is a very intelligent person.
- ¿Conoces a Cleo?Do you know Cleo?
- Cleo es una buena amiga.Cleo is a good friend.
- Hoy es el cumpleaños de Cleo.Today is Cleo's birthday.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are talking about their friend's party.
- MateoLucía, ¿vas a la fiesta de Cleo?Lucía, are you going to Cleo's party?
- LucíaSí, me encanta Cleo.Yes, I love Cleo.
- MateoElla es muy divertida.She is very fun.
- LucíaEs cierto, es una gran persona.That's true, she is a great person.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
