Chloe in Chinese
Chloe in Chinese is 克洛伊 (Kè Luò Yī).
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- young green shoot, blooming
The name traces back to Greek sources, where it is usually explained as "young green shoot, blooming". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 2000s.
3 ways to write Chloe
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
克洛伊
Kè Luò Yī
The standard transliteration of Chloe: 克 (kè, "to overcome; gram"), 洛 (luò, "Luo River"), 伊 (yī, "phonetic 'i/e'; that one (classical)"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
To fit Mandarin syllable rules, the sounds are broken into 3 characters: 克 kè + 洛 luò + 伊 yī. The tone contour is 4-4-1 (falling, falling, high level).
Character breakdown
22 strokes total (simplified)- 克
kè
Tone 4 · 7 strokes (simplified)
to overcome; gram
- 洛
luò
Tone 4 · 9 strokes (simplified)
Luo River
- 伊
yī
Tone 1 · 6 strokes (simplified)
phonetic 'i/e'; that one (classical)
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
春华
Chūn Huá
Inspired by "young green shoot, blooming": 春 (chūn, "spring") + 华 (huá, "splendid, magnificent; China"), expressing youth and new life.
Why these characters?
春 (spring) answers the "young" in Chloe's meaning, and 华 (splendid, magnificent; China) rounds it off as a typical ending for girls' names.
Character breakdown
15 strokes total (simplified)- 春
chūn
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
spring
- 华
huá
Tone 2 · 6 strokes (simplified)
splendid, magnificent; China
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
珂青
Kē Qīng
珂 (kē, "jade-like stone") + 青 (qīng, "green, blue; youthful"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
珂 (kē) sounds close to the opening "chloe" of Chloe (compare 克 kè) but means "jade-like stone"; 青 adds "green, blue; youthful".
Character breakdown
17 strokes total (simplified)- 珂
kē
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
jade-like stone
- 青
qīng
Tone 1 · 8 strokes (simplified)
green, blue; youthful
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Recent US usage of Chloe
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Chloe ranked 21 among names recorded for girls, with 37,588 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 203,414 girls named Chloe since 1880, with the high point in 2009 (11,906 births) and the busiest decade being the 2000s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #212 to #22 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2009
- Peak decade
- 2000s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 203,414
More About Chloe in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Chloe offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Chloe, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Maria in Chinese, Crystal in Chinese, and Morgan in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Mia in Chinese, Angela in Chinese, and Julia in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Chloe, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Chloe to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How is Chloe translated into Chinese?
克洛伊 (Kè Luò Yī), identical in simplified and traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Chloe?
US Social Security records show 203,414 girls named Chloe since 1880, with the high point in 2009 (11,906 births) and the busiest decade being the 2000s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #212 to #22 among girls.
Does Chloe change in traditional Chinese?
No. 克洛伊 uses only characters that are the same in both scripts, so one design works everywhere.