Chloie

Meaning & origin

Chloie is a modern respelling of the classic Greek name Chloe, which has deep roots in mythology as an epithet of Demeter. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1881, but its use remained extremely rare for over a century. It saw a brief uptick in popularity, reaching its peak rank in 2009, though that peak placed it well outside the top 10,000. Since 2010, the name's trajectory has been falling, reflecting a waning interest in this particular spelling as the more common 'Chloe' and 'Khloe' dominate. The name's rarity is underscored by its 1-in-200,908 frequency in 2025, making it a truly uncommon choice despite its familiar sound. No U.S. state recorded notable usage of Chloie, consistent with its niche appeal.

Chloie is a respelling of Chloe, which derives from the Greek word χλόη (khlóē) meaning 'green shoot' or 'blooming.' Chloe was an epithet of the Greek goddess Demeter, referring to her role as goddess of agriculture and fertility. The name was used in the classical period and saw a revival in English-speaking countries in the 17th century due to Protestant adoption of Greek names from the Bible (the name appears in the New Testament). The variant spelling Chloie emerged as a modern, phonetically streamlined alternative.