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CletusChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Glory of the Moon

Pronunciation: /ˈklɛtəs/

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Name
Cletus
Meaning
Glory of the Moon
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ˈklɛtəs/
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
(Sunday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Cletus mean?

Cletus is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Glory of the Moon". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: /ˈklɛtəs/. Lucky number: 6. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

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Cletus

Χριστιανικό όνομα που σημαίνει Glory of the Moon

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈklɛtəs/

IPA

kˈle.tus

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Cletus is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Glory of the Moon. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

(Sunday)

Lucky Colors

GoldSilver

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 2 are often very diplomatic and sensitive, and they love to help others.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the radiant light of spiritual wisdom.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Cletus" carries a rich cultural heritage with its roots in ancient Greek mythology. The name "Cletus" was also the name of a well-known saint and bishop in ancient Rome during the early Christian period.
The name "Cletus" holds a significant spiritual meaning, as it is derived from the Greek word 'kleos', meaning 'glory'. This name represents the idea of shining bright with the glory of God and the legacy of the saint's faith and spirituality. Moreover, the name also has the connotation of being linked to St. Peter and the early Christian church in Rome, which embodies the deeply religious and faith-filled nature of the name.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Cletus was a 1st century Roman slave who became a Christian martyr. The name Cletus carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

1st century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Cletus IudiciusCletus Wade

Translations

Name Translations

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🇺🇸English

Cletus

Glory of the Moon

🇮🇱Hebrew

Cletus

שם נוצרי שפירושו Glory of the Moon

🇬🇷Greek

Cletus

Χριστιανικό όνομα που σημαίνει Glory of the Moon

🇮🇹Latin

Cletus

Nomen Christianum quod significat Glory of the Moon

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