Clement Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Clement is a name of Latin origin, meaning merciful or gentle. It evolved through various languages, starting from Clemens in Latin to its current form in Modern English. The name is associated with virtues of kindness and gentleness and has a significant biblical connection through Saint Clement of Rome. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and remains a classic choice today.
The name Clement is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Clement has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. 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, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Clement' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 327th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 436th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 678th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1101st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1766th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2767th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2562nd out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Discover how the name 'Clement' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Clement"
Pronunciation
/ˈklɛmɛnt/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Clement comes from the Latin word 'clemens', which means 'merciful' or 'gentle'. It was popularized by early Christian saints.
Meaning
merciful, gentle
Language Evolution
Clemens (Latin), Clemens (Old French), Clement (Middle English), Clement (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Clement is associated with Saint Clement of Rome, who is considered one of the earliest popes and an important figure in early Christianity.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian world during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Clement.
Variants & Derivatives
Clem, Clemmy, Clementine
Modern Popularity & Image
Clement is viewed as a classic and timeless name, often associated with kindness and gentleness.
Famous People
Clement Attlee (former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom), Clement Clarke Moore (author of 'A Visit from St. Nicholas'), Clement of Alexandria (early Christian theologian)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Clement"
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 "Clement"
"Clement" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 327th of 7545 | 5,080 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 436th of 6773 | 3,335 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 678th of 7552 | 2,298 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1101st of 10718 | 887 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1766th of 16616 | 668 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2767th of 24088 | 615 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2562nd of 23106 | 613 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Clement" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
17.23% 244th/1416 |
14.65% 202nd/1379 |
28.32% 670th/2366 |
35.11% 401st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
23.09% 357th/1546 |
16.00% 249th/1556 |
31.45% 740th/2353 |
34.20% 529th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.58% 681st/2227 |
19.96% 485th/2430 |
29.06% 829th/2853 |
28.58% 793rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
24.20% 843rd/3483 |
47.07% 1656th/3518 |
33.80% 1367th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
34.15% 1528th/4475 |
45.98% 2388th/5194 |
27.59% 1743rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
44.13% 2279th/5164 |
48.68% 3560th/7313 |
27.68% 2066th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
57.97% 2601st/4487 |
52.68% 3594th/6822 |
40.52% 2543rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Clement" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Clement"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Clement" 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.