Clio - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's and girl's name Clio \c-lio\ is pronounced KLY-oh. It is of Greek origin. From Kleio, mythological name of the muse of historical poetry. Probably linked with the word "kleos" meaning "glory". There are nine muses, the daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, and each represents an art or science. Calliope (epic poetry), Terpsichore (choral song and dance), and Thalis (comedy) have survived as given names. Some times used as a variant of Cleo.

Clio has 1 variant form: Klio.

For more information, see also the related name Clea.

Baby names that sound like Clio are Clo, Cali and Cloe.

Clio is a very rare female first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Clio. Click here to compare Clio with related baby names.