Kleon

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How to Pronounce Kleon

Pronounced KLEE-on /ˈkliː.ɒn/Medium

Meaning: Kleon (Cleon) is a Greek name from kleos, 'glory, renown.' It was borne by a well-known Athenian statesman of the 5th century BC, and appears in fiction as Foundation's Cleon - noted honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A Greek classic: Kleon means 'glory' (said 'KLEE-on') - once an Athenian statesman's name.

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MeaningKleon (Cleon) is a Greek name from kleos, 'glory, renown.' It was borne by a well-known Athenian statesman of the 5th century BC, and appears in fiction as Foundation's Cleon - noted honestly.

History & Origin

Kleon is a Greek name rooted in kleos, 'glory, renown,' historically borne by an Athenian statesman. It reads as a crisp, classical pick, rare in the U.S. (said 'KLEE-on').

It appears only rarely for U.S. boys. Rare, classical, and sharp.

Did you know? Kleon comes from the Greek kleos, 'glory,' and was the name of a famous Athenian leader; modern readers may also know the fictional Cleon of Foundation (said 'KLEE-on').

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References - Kleon — Greek 'glory' (kleos); Athenian statesman Cleon

Variations

CleonKleoCleo

Nicknames

KleoLeo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kleon mean?

Kleon is Greek for 'glory' (from kleos), and was the name of an Athenian statesman.

How do you pronounce Kleon?

It's said KLEE-on /ˈkliː.ɒn/ - 2 syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kleon a boy or girl name?

Kleon is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Kleon?

Kleon is extremely rare in the U.S. - a newly emerging name seen only in the deepest tiers of the data.