Clemens
Clemens is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Merciful, gentle, or mild.
Origin and history
Clemens is a traditional masculine name of Latin origin meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'. It was historically borne by several early Christian popes and saints, giving it strong historical roots in Europe. In the United States, it has remained a rare, classic choice throughout recorded census history.
Popularity in the United States
1,641 babies in the United States have been named Clemens since 1880. It ranks #3125 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1906.
States where it is most popular
- WI (26.8 %)
- IL (19.9 %)
- MN (10.6 %)
- PA (8.4 %)
- MI (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 19 |
| 1890-1900 | 32 |
| 1900-1910 | 48 |
| 1910-1920 | 446 |
| 1920-1930 | 471 |
| 1930-1940 | 227 |
| 1940-1950 | 163 |
| 1950-1960 | 77 |
| 1960-1970 | 31 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 8 |
| 1990-2000 | 25 |
| 2000-2010 | 45 |
| 2010-2019 | 23 |
| 2020-2029 | 21 |
Famous people named Clemens
- Clemens Krauss: Conductor, Opera Director
- Clemens Fritz: Footballer
Nicknames
Clem
Fun facts
- Fourteen Roman Catholic popes have adopted the name Clement, which is the English form of the Latin Clemens.
- Author Mark Twain was born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, keeping the name prominent in American cultural history.