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Clelia

KLEE-lee-ah

Popularity

#13802

rising

Letters

6

Syllables

3

Origin

Latin

Total Births

530

Peak Year

#21 in 1920

First Recorded

1903

Style

Classic & Timeless, Mythological

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Clelia is a name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Roman family name Cloelius. The meaning is uncertain, but some sources suggest it could be related to 'glory' or 'fame'.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Cloelia

    A Roman heroine who escaped Etruscan captivity.

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Personality Traits

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