Clement
Clement: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈklɛmənt/
Meaning and origin of Clement
Root meaning: “merciful”
- A male given name from Latin, borne by an early pope and by several saints.
Etymology
From Late Latin Clēmens (genitive Clēmentis), name of early saints and popes, from clēmens (“merciful”). Doublet of Clemens and San Clemente.
How popular is Clement?
Since 1880, 6 girls and 14,167 boys in the U.S. have been named Clement (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3772 in 1936. Its highest rank for boys was #267 in 1912. In 2025, 62 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Clement FAQ
What does the name Clement mean?
Clement traces back to a root meaning "merciful". A male given name from Latin, borne by an early pope and by several saints. From Late Latin Clēmens (genitive Clēmentis), name of early saints and popes, from clēmens (“merciful”). Doublet of Clemens and San Clemente.
What is the origin of the name Clement?
Clement is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Clement?
Since 1880, 6 girls and 14,167 boys in the U.S. have been named Clement (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3772 in 1936. Its highest rank for boys was #267 in 1912. In 2025, 62 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Clement a boy or girl name?
Clement is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 6 girls and 14,167 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.