Cleto
Meaning of Cleto
Cleto is a male name with Italian origin. It is pronounced as KLEH-toh (/ˈkleɪto/). This name has variations, one of which is Cletus. In the United States, Cleto has been given to newborns since at least the early 20th century. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it has remained consistently used. Cleto was most popular in the mid-1900s, with a peak ranking of 5 in 1958 and 1966. Today, Cleto continues to be chosen by parents looking for a unique and distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as KLEH-toh (/ˈkleɪto/)
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Notable People Named Cleto
| Cleto Rodríguez - Cleto L. Rodríguez, an American of Mexican descent, was a Medal of Honor recipient for his courageous actions in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force during World War II in Manila, Philippines. |
| Cleto González Víquez - Cleto de Jesús González Víquez, a prominent Costa Rican politician and two-time president, was born on October 13, 1858 in Barva, Heredia. |
