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Cleon

Boy NameAncient Greek Origin

Meaning

Latinized form of Κλεων (Kleon), a Greek name derived from κλεος (kleos) "glory".

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Cleon and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Leadership
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Integrity
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Courage
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Wisdom

Famous People Named Cleon

Cleon

Cleon (; ; died 422 BC) was an Athenian] [[strategos|general during the Peloponnesian War.

CourageLeadershipResilience

Cleon (sculptor)

Cleon (, fl.

CharismaCreativity

Cleon F. Thompson

Cleon Franklin Thompson Jr.

IntelligenceKindnessWisdom

Cleon (mythology)

In Greek mythology, Cleon (/ˈkliːɒn, -ən/; Ancient Greek: Κλέων Kleon) was a fisherman from Syme, a small island between Caria and Rhodes.

LeadershipSuccess

Cleon of Gordiucome

Cleon of Gordiucome (), or Cleon the Mysian, was a 1st-century BC brigand-king in Asia Minor.

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Arthurian (Celtic/Welsh)
Like Cleon, Gawain embodies ideals of honor, courage, and a pursuit of glory, though within a chivalric context.
Vladimir
Slavic
Vladimir, meaning 'renowned ruler,' shares Cleon's association with fame and leadership, though within a Slavic historical and cultural framework.
Ren
Japanese
Ren, meaning 'lotus' or 'love,' can also signify glory and honor, reflecting a pursuit of excellence and a lasting legacy, similar to the meaning behind 'kleos'.

Cleon in Other Languages

Ancient GreekClitus
Ancient GreekKleitos
Greek MythologyClio
Greek MythologyKleio
ItalianClio
EnglishCletis
EnglishCletus

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