Holding steady.
Popularity of Cleda since 1888
Babies named Cleda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Cleda's real moment was 1903.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 39 |
| 1900s | 116 |
| 1910s | 308 |
| 1920s | 368 |
| 1930s | 285 |
| 1940s | 162 |
| 1950s | 82 |
| 1960s | 27 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cleda is a rare American name that first appeared in records in 1888. Its peak occurred in 1903, after which usage declined steadily. By its latest recorded year, 2025, the name has become extremely uncommon, with no births in recent decades reaching the threshold for ranking. The trajectory of Cleda is described as stable, meaning it has not seen any revival in the modern era. Though its origins are uncertain, it has a historical character that appeals to those interested in turn-of-the-century naming trends.
Cleda first appeared in the United States in the late 19th century. It may be a feminine derivative of the Welsh name Cledwyn, composed of elements meaning 'sword' and 'fair, holy', though this connection is unconfirmed. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Clyda, itself a variant of Claudia. The name saw its peak popularity in the early 1900s but has since fallen out of common use.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Cleda
Names that share Cleda's style, for a brother or sister.
