Clelia

The name Clelia sounds unique and gorgeous name for babies. It sounds great as it beautifully rolls off the tongue and has an air of mystery to it. The meaning of Clelia is 'illustrious, famous' and is commonly given to babies of a specific gender. If you want your child to be illustrious, naming her Clelia would definitely be a good start. This name is legendary as one of the maidens in Roman lore, called Clelia, was held hostage by an Etrucasan invader but heroically escaped by swimming across the river Tiber. The name is most commonly used in Italy. In the 1800s, Clelia Barbieri, a Catholic saint from Italy, was the youngest person to form a religious congregation called Little Sisters of the Mother of Sorrows. She was a humanitarian who refused marriage and went on to help others in need. Even before that, from the 1600s-1700s, Clelia Grillo Borromeo was an Italian countess famous as a philosopher, mathematician, and scientist. The name Clelia radiated positivity and kindness. 

Gender

Girl

Meaning

famous

Origin

Latin

Numerology

C is for caress, a loving touch for your loved ones.

L is for love, everlasting.

E is for enchant, for enchant you will.

L is for love, everlasting.

I is for instill, the lesson of life.

A is for abundant, your cheer knows no bounds.

Lucky

Clelia lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Clelia

• Biddy Rockman Napaljarri Australian Aboriginal painter
• Biddy Jenkinson Irish poet
• Bridget "Biddy" Hodson English actress

Clelia in Pop Culture

• Means 'mound of the people" or 'protector of the people'. Mound is from Old English mund (hand hand of protection, protector, guardianship
• "I moved like Harlow in Monte Carlo" I've Never Been to Me lyrics
• Harmony character on TV's "Stargate: Atlantis"
• Harmony Kendall character on TV's "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Angel"
• Harmony Hamilton character on American soap "The Young and the Restless"