Chloe sits comfortably in the UK charts at #72 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
Origin & Meaning
Greek — Blooming, fertility
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UK Rank 2024
#72
US Rank #20
About the Name Chloe
Chloe is gradually declining in popularity, having dropped 26 places over five years. Its high point was #1 in 1997, and it now sits at #72. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has spent 29 of the last 29 years inside the UK top 100 — a mark of enduring mainstream appeal.
In terms of origin, Chloe is rooted in Greek, where it means "Blooming, fertility". Names with strong etymological stories tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles.
Chloe is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it ranks even higher at #20, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Chloe
Unlikely. With around 646 UK babies named Chloe per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Chloe in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Chloe has been declining in UK popularity, dropping 26 places in the last five years. Its peak was #1 in 1997. Choosing it now means she is likely to be among the last of her generation with this name.
The name Chloe has Greek origins and means "Blooming, fertility". Names with clear etymological roots tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles and give children a story to tell about their name.
Notable people named Chloe include: Chloe Marshall — Chloe Elizabeth Marshall is an English plus-size model.; Chloe Kim — Chloe Kim is an American professional snowboarder and two-time Olympic gold medalist.; Chloe Kitts — Chloe Kitts is an American college basketball player for the South Carolina Gamecocks of the Southeastern Conference (SEC)..
Yes — Chloe is very popular in the United States, ranked #20 in 2024. It's a transatlantic favourite used widely on both sides of the Atlantic.
646
UK babies named Chloe (2024)
~0.0
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.3
In a school of 600
↓ 26 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Chloe
Likely around 1 other Chloe in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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