Cleatus is a unique, masculine given name of Latin origin. It was created by the American writer William Faulkner for his character in "The Sound and the Fury." Derived from the Latin word 'clausus,' meaning 'enclosed' or 'shut up,' Cleatus signifies something that is enclosed or contained. This unusual name has gained some recognition due to its usage in popular culture, but it remains relatively uncommon compared to more traditional names.
"Cleatus experienced a peak in popularity during the early to mid-1920s with eight births recorded each in 1920 and 1925, totaling 71 births over these years."