Cletus
boy name#8243 in 2025Cletus entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #391 in 1922, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
#8243
rank today
#391
peak (1922)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #995 |
| 1890s | #758 |
| 1900s | #568 |
| 1910s | #465 |
| 1920s | #441 |
| 1930s | #508 |
| 1940s | #685 |
| 1950s | #910 |
| 1960s | #1049 |
| 1970s | #1947 |
| 1980s | #2778 |
| 1990s | #5637 |
| 2000s | #9503 |
| 2010s | #10023 |
| 2020s | #8761 |
Living bearers
About 2,200 people named Cletus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cletus alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cletus in 2025?
- Cletus ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cletus most popular?
- Cletus peaked in 1922, reaching #391 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cletus with classmates?
- Cletus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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