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The name Cleopatra is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "glory of the father". The name was famously associated with the last active pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, Cleopatra VII, who ruled from 51 BC until her death in 30 BC.
While the full name Cleopatra hasn't gained widespread popularity as a given name in the modern world, the nickname Cleo has become a popular variant. In the early 20th century, there was a brief period when other diminutives of Cleopatra, such as Cleora and Cleola, also gained popularity, likely due to the fascination with ancient Egyptology and archaeology at the time.
The 1917 silent film starring Theda Bara, also titled "Cleopatra", likely contributed to the name's brief surge in popularity during that era. However, the name has since fallen out of favor as a given name, with most people familiar with the legendary queen and her story rather than using the name itself.
While the full name Cleopatra hasn't gained widespread popularity as a given name in the modern world, the nickname Cleo has become a popular variant. In the early 20th century, there was a brief period when other diminutives of Cleopatra, such as Cleora and Cleola, also gained popularity, likely due to the fascination with ancient Egyptology and archaeology at the time.
The 1917 silent film starring Theda Bara, also titled "Cleopatra", likely contributed to the name's brief surge in popularity during that era. However, the name has since fallen out of favor as a given name, with most people familiar with the legendary queen and her story rather than using the name itself.
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