Holding steady.
Popularity of Cleston since 1915
Babies named Cleston per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 29 |
| 1920s | 69 |
| 1930s | 70 |
| 1940s | 22 |
| 1950s | 8 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cleston is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. vital records in 1915, but it has never gained widespread use. Its peak popularity occurred in 1931, yet even then it did not crack the top 1000. The name's trajectory has remained stable, with only a handful of occurrences each year, and as of 2025 it continues to be used sporadically. The one-in-N ratio is unavailable because Cleston is so uncommon that the number of births cannot be reliably estimated. Its top states are not recorded, indicating that usage has been geographically scattered. The name appears to be a modern invention, possibly drawing on the fashionable "-ton" suffix, and has no established etymology or cultural significance. Cleston remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a truly unique name with early 20th-century roots.
Cleston is a rare given name of uncertain origin. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1915 and seems to be a modern coinage, possibly formed from the popular name suffix "-ton" (meaning "town" or "settlement") combined with the initial syllable "Cles-", which may be influenced by names like Cleo or Clarence. It has never ranked in the top 1000 names and shows minimal use, with a peak in 1931. The name remains extremely uncommon, with no clear linguistic or historical roots.
Sibling names for Cleston
Names that share Cleston's style, for a brother or sister.
