Girl Name · Greek Origin
Cleopatra
Cleopatra — a girl name from the Greek tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Glory of the father", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Cliffton is on your shortlist, Cleopatra belongs in the same conversation.
Cleopatra meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Glory of the father
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Cleopatra to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Cleopatra as C·L·E·O·P·A·T·R·A, with 9 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Cleopatra is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Cleopatra variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Cleopatraa, Cleopatrae, Cleopatray, Cleopatr.
- Nicknames: Cleop and C.
- Middle names: Pair Cleopatra with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Cleopatra middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Cliffton, Clifton, Clora, Calandra, Claiborne — full picks on the sibling names for Cleopatra guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Cleopatra? Browse our names like Cleopatra guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
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Frequently asked about Cleopatra
What does the name Cleopatra mean?
Cleopatra means "Glory of the father" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Cleopatra?
Cleopatra originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Cleopatra?
Cleopatra has 9 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Cleopatra a boy's or girl's name?
Cleopatra is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Cleopatra in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Cleopatra sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Cleopatra?
Names that share Cleopatra's sound and style include Cliffton, Clifton, Clora, Calandra, Claiborne.
What middle names pair well with Cleopatra?
Good middle-name fits for Cleopatra pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Cleopatra is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Cleopatra is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Cleopatra?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Cleopatra share its rhythm without rhyming — Cliffton, Clifton, Clora all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.