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Clotee

Female

« Clotee is a rare American female given name created in the early 20th century as an alternative spelling of Clothilde, which means "famous fighter. »

#19192 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Clotee is a unique and distinctive female given name of American origin. It is believed to have been created in the early 20th century as an alternative spelling of the more common name, Clothilde. The name Clothilde is of Germanic origin and means "famous fighter." However, there is no clear evidence to suggest that Clotee shares this meaning. The first known use of the name Clotee was in the 1920s, when it appeared as a character name in several popular novels of the time. It is possible that the author(s) of these works created the name specifically for their stories, or that they simply preferred the spelling "Clotee" over the more traditional "Clothilde." Despite its origins in literature, Clotee has never been particularly common as a given name. According to data from the Social Security Administration, only 23 babies were named Clotee between 1960 and 2000, making it a rare and unusual choice. Today, Clotee remains a distinctive and memorable name, often associated with its literary roots. Its rarity makes it a unique choice for parents looking for an uncommon but not entirely unfamiliar name for their daughter.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Clotee since 1880

Total births
203
Total since 1880
Peak year
1926
15 births
in 1953
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years