Clelia
From Latin Cloelia, a feminine form whose etymology remains uncertain; possibly connected to Latin cloaca meaning "sewer", though this origin is debated by scholars.
Meaning and origin
Clelia is the Italian form of Cloelia, a name known from ancient Roman history.
How to pronounce Clelia
| Italian | KLEH-lee-ah /ˈklɛːlja/ |
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