Called forth or summoned
Derived from the Greek name Kleitos, it is often associated with being 'illustrious' or 'invoked.' It gained early prominence through Saint Cletus, the third Pope of the Catholic Church. In modern American culture, it has transitioned from a traditional saintly name to one often associated with rural or folk personas.
Less common today
Cletus isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,479 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Third Pope of the Catholic Church and Christian martyr
The 'Slack-Jawed Yokel' character · The Simpsons
The alter ego of the supervillain Carnage · Marvel Comics
Police officer and cousin to Boss Hogg · The Dukes of Hazzard
Major League Baseball third baseman
