Find out how popular the first name Cleodora has been for the last 1 years (from 2022 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cleodora by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Cleodora is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Cleodora.

The history of the first name Cleodora

The name Cleodora is of Ancient Greek origin, derived from the words "kleos" meaning glory or renown, and "doron" meaning gift. It was a name bestowed upon girls born in the Greek city-states during the Classical period, around the 5th century BCE.

In Greek mythology, Cleodora was the name of one of the daughters of Niobe, the queen of Thebes. According to the myth, Niobe boasted of her superiority over the goddess Leto, leading to Apollo and Artemis killing all of Niobe's children as punishment. Cleodora's name is mentioned in this tragic tale from Greek mythology.

The earliest recorded use of the name Cleodora dates back to the 4th century BCE, when it was borne by Cleodora of Rhodes, a renowned physician and midwife who lived during the reign of Alexander the Great. Her medical writings, though now lost, were highly regarded in ancient times.

In the Byzantine Empire, Cleodora was the name of a noblewoman who lived in the 11th century CE. She was the wife of Nikephoros Bryennios, a prominent military leader and historian who wrote the "Material for History" chronicle, documenting the reigns of several Byzantine emperors.

During the Renaissance period, Cleodora was the name of an Italian poet and scholar who lived in the 15th century. Cleodora Malaspina was born in Naples and was known for her Latin poetry and her work in promoting women's education.

In the 19th century, Cleodora was the name of a British novelist and playwright, Cleodora Jane Churchill. Born in 1814, she was a prolific writer and published numerous novels, plays, and short stories during the Victorian era.

Another notable bearer of the name Cleodora was Cleodora Rousseau, a French painter who lived in the late 19th century. She was part of the Impressionist movement and was known for her vibrant landscapes and portraits.

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