Clemens Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Clemens is a Latin name meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'. It has evolved through various forms in different languages, maintaining its core meaning. The name has historical significance due to its association with saints and popes, contributing to its popularity in Christian traditions. Although it is not directly biblical, it is often linked to virtues celebrated in religious contexts. Today, it is perceived as a timeless and elegant name, with notable bearers throughout history.
The name Clemens is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Clemens has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Clemens' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 914th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1473rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2971st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7892nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11609th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10707th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15145th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Clemens' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Clemens"
Pronunciation
/ˈklɛmənz/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Clemens is derived from the Latin word 'clemens', which means 'merciful' or 'gentle'. It was used in ancient Rome as a given name and later became a popular Christian name.
Meaning
merciful, gentle
Language Evolution
Clemens (Latin), Clementis (Latin Genitive), Clement (Old French), Clemens (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era, particularly due to several saints and popes named Clement, which helped establish its usage in Christian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Clement, Clem, Clemmy, Clemence
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Clemens is often viewed as a classic and sophisticated name. It carries connotations of kindness and grace.
Famous People
Clemens von Metternich, Austrian diplomat, Clemens Schmid, German actor, Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Clemens"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Clemens"
"Clemens" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 914th of 7545 | 896 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1473rd of 6773 | 402 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2971st of 7552 | 147 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7892nd of 10718 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11609th of 16616 | 21 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10707th of 24088 | 74 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15145th of 23106 | 27 |
Regional Popularity of "Clemens" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
33.83% 479th/1416 |
58.67% 809th/1379 |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
50.65% 783rd/1546 |
62.85% 978th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Clemens" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Clemens"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Clemens" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.