Clemente
Clemente is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Merciful, gentle, or mild.
Origin and history
Clemente is the Spanish and Italian form of the Late Latin name Clemens. It derives from an ancient Roman cognomen associated with mercy and gentleness. In the United States, it is a classic given name, often recognized through prominent historical and athletic figures.
Popularity in the United States
3,751 babies in the United States have been named Clemente since 1880. It ranks #2082 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1791.
States where it is most popular
- TX (59.8 %)
- CA (35.4 %)
- NY (2.8 %)
- IL (0.93 %)
- FL (0.44 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 121 |
| 1920-1930 | 272 |
| 1930-1940 | 230 |
| 1940-1950 | 266 |
| 1950-1960 | 315 |
| 1960-1970 | 332 |
| 1970-1980 | 415 |
| 1980-1990 | 420 |
| 1990-2000 | 505 |
| 2000-2010 | 447 |
| 2010-2019 | 286 |
| 2020-2029 | 136 |
Famous people named Clemente
- Clemente Aguirre: Composer, Musician
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Latin adjective 'clemens', which was used as a Roman cognomen.
- Fourteen popes have borne the original Latin name Clemens or its regional variants.