Cleon Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cleon Name at a Glance

Name	Cleon
Meaning	'Pericles, Prince of Tyre' Governor of Tharsus
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cleon Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cleon means “'Pericles, Prince of Tyre' Governor of Tharsus”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cleon Name Origin

Our database records Cleon under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cleon a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cleon is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cleon

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