Boy Name · Latin Origin
Clement
Clement — a boy name from the Latin tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Merciful, gentle", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Clemon is on your shortlist, Clement belongs in the same conversation.
Clement meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Merciful, gentle
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Clement to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Clement as C·L·E·M·E·N·T, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Clement is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Clement variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Clementa, Clemente, Clementy, Clemen.
- Nicknames: Clem and C.
- Middle names: Pair Clement with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Clement middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Clemon, Clemens, Clemente, Clemence, Clint — full picks on the sibling names for Clement guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Clement? Browse our names like Clement guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Clement
What does the name Clement mean?
Clement means "Merciful, gentle" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Clement?
Clement originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Clement?
Clement has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Clement a boy's or girl's name?
Clement is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Clement in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Clement sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Clement?
Names that share Clement's sound and style include Clemon, Clemens, Clemente, Clemence, Clint.
What middle names pair well with Clement?
Good middle-name fits for Clement pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Clement is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Clement is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Clement?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Clement share its rhythm without rhyming — Clemon, Clemens, Clemente all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.